Here is a collection of the most exciting museums to be seen throughout China. Armed with this unique guide, the visitor will experience a journey of discovery which will greatly enhance their understanding of Chinese culture, history and art. Focusing on the lesser-known museums, but including the well-trodden - such as the Forbidden City, Terracotta Warriors and the Shanghai Museum - "China: Museums" unlocks the doors to over 200 must-see museums, ranging from art and archeology, science and technology to history and politics. Pertinent information supplements entries and highlights of key objects are illustrated with over 500 color images. Burgeoning contemporary art galleries, museums and artists' villages are included.

Miriam Clifford has lived in Hong Kong and Beijing working as a freelance photographer and photojournalist. Cathy Giangrande is an art historian and author of books on museums and collecting. Antony White has been working on illustrated books on the land and art of China for the past twenty-five years.