Differences between Suzhou Museum and Western Museums

Differences between Suzhou Museum and Western Museums

Designer, location, exhibition focus, architectural style, construction time.

The museum, designed by I.M. Pei, is located in gusu district and displays the historical and cultural relics in the Yangtze River Delta.

The West Pavilion, designed by GMP, is located in huqiu district and mainly displays porcelain and calligraphy and painting.

The two museums have different styles. This museum combines tradition and modernity, while western museums are simple and modern.

This museum was founded in 1999, while the western museum was later established and opened to the public on 20 18.