The most precious object in the Shanghai Museum of Traditional Chinese Medicine is a bronze-cast model engraved with acupuncture points. [Photo provided to China Daily]

Shanghai Museum of Traditional Chinese Medicine

The Shanghai Museum of Traditional Chinese Medicine is widely regarded in the country as one of the best institutes that presents Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in a modern way.

Located in the campus of Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Pudong New Area, visitors can easily get access to free smart guide services by scanning a QR code at the reception desk.

The museum, formerly known as the Medical History Museum of the Chinese Medical Association, now covers an area of 6,314 square meters.

The most precious object in the museum is a bronze-cast model engraved with acupuncture points and was a reward granted by Emperor Qianlong in Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) to his courtiers in appreciation of their efforts in compiling medical books.

Acupuncture is a critical component of TCM which can help relieve pains. Such models are often used by TCM practitioners when they train their students in acupuncture techniques.

The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 9 am to 4 pm. Visitors have to pay an admission fee of 15 yuan (group of 10 or more receive a discount of 12 yuan per visitor but advance reservation is required).