National Palace Museum Southern Branch Introduction
In order to "balance the North and South, and to equally enrich the culture," and to promote the cultural, educational, social, and economic development of central and southern Taiwan, the Executive Yuan approved the establishment of the National Palace Museum Southern Branch in Taibao City, Chiayi County on December 15, 2004. It is positioned as an "Asian Art and Culture Museum." The exhibitions are primarily based on the museum's rich collections, complemented by international loans, actively planning various exciting exhibitions that leverage the multifaceted functions of modern museums, including collection, research, conservation, education, display, recreation, and cultural creation. The museum architecture employs three traditional Chinese painting techniques—thick ink, flying white, and shading—to create physical exhibition spaces and artifact storage areas, as well as public reception spaces and connecting areas. This symbolizes the interweaving of three cultures: Chinese, Indian, and Persian, representing the long-standing and diverse Asian civilization, aligning with the mission of the "Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum - Asian Art and Culture Museum." Permanent Exhibitions: - The Shadow of Buddha - The Beauty of Asian Buddhist Art in the Collection - Splendid Textiles - Exhibition of Asian Textiles in the Collection - Far-Reaching Fragrance - Asian Tea Culture Exhibition - Unceasing Flow - History of Chiayi Development - Understanding Asia - New Media Art Exhibition
