Radiance Across the Silk Road: Cultural Exchange and Buddhist Art Exhibition
Co-presented by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the Musée Guimet, this exhibition showcases approximately 150 exquisite Buddhist artworks, exploring the propagation and artistic evolution of Buddhism along the Silk Road from Afghanistan to East Asia.
- When
9 Dec 2026 - 26 Apr 2027 10:00 - 18:00
9 Dec 2026 - 26 Apr 2027 10:00 - 20:00
- Location
Hong Kong Palace Museum, Gallery 8
Kowloon West Kowloon Yau Tsim Mong
8 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District, Kowloon
Event Overview
The Hong Kong Palace Museum proudly presents "Radiance Across the Silk Road: Cultural Exchange and Buddhist Art." This significant exhibition is a collaborative effort between the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the Musée Guimet (National Museum of Asian Arts, France), featuring approximately 150 precious artifacts sourced from both institutions as well as other key museums in mainland China.
Exhibition Highlights
Focusing on the Silk Road, this exhibition traces the propagation of Buddhism from the 1st to the 10th century. Follow the journey of Buddhist art as it traveled from Afghanistan to China, eventually influencing the Korean Peninsula and Japan. Visitors will gain a deeper understanding of how Asian artistic traditions evolved through centuries of migration, cultural exchange, and interconnection.
Venue & Access
- Venue: Gallery 8, Hong Kong Palace Museum
- Dates: 9 December 2026 – 26 April 2027
We invite you to explore this historical journey across the Asian Buddhist civilization. For more details, please visit the official museum website.
