Brief Introduction
The Museum is situated opposite the Chongqing People´s Hall. It is not only the largest monographic museum, but is also a public undertaking for the preservation, education, scientific research in respect of cultural relics and the natural environment of Chongqing and the Three Gorges area.

The exterior of the museum has cambered walls and vitreous dome, representing the historical culture of Three Gorges project and its origins. In addition, there are large-scale reliefs, bronze sculptures and an "Ecological Corridor"that is one kilometer in length (about 1,094 yards).

The museum occupies a whole area of 42,497 square meters (about 50,828 square yards). The exhibition hall covers 23,225 square meters (about 27,778 square yards).

Three Gorges Museum appeals to visitors from all over the world by its special culture, advanced high-tech and unique management. It has been an important platform of cultural exchanges of Three Gorges area.

Features
The museum consists of several galleries featuring the natural history and culture of the Three Gorges area, relics unearthed in the Three Gorges area, the history and culture of Chongqing, and arts and folkways.