Panyu is present-day Guangzhou; during Qin dynasty, it was the seat of Nanhai Commandery, and later became the capital of Nanyue Kingdom over 2 millenniums ago. A series of exhibits closely related to the Nanyue Kingdom, showcasing its political system and form of vessels were clearly influenced by the culture from Central Plains, namely Clay seal impression with Chinese characters Ding Jie Zhi Yin (Seal of Dingjie), Bronze ding tripod with Chinese characters Pan Yu, Wooden slip with Chinese characters Hu Zao Yi Mu Di Jiu Shi Si (jujube tree No. 94), Bronze handled bucket, etc.

Mr. QUAN Hong, renowned guest of the Guangzhou Institute of Cultural Heritage and Archaeology will introduce several exhibits interrelated to the Lingnan Region and Nanyue Kingdom. While he had played a major role during the excavation work of the site of the Palace of Nanyue Kingdom back in 1995, he will also share his valuable experience on field work with the participants. Let’s follow his footstep to meet these exhibits that bear witness to the Historical Formation of a Pluralistic Chinese Civilisation.

Remarks on the enrolment and event