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UK 英国专题之--
British Museum 大英博物馆
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Guernsey Museum 格恩西岛博物馆
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As one of the world's oldest and most celebrated powers, you'd expect the British to have wondrous and comprehensive collections of some of history's most prized artifacts. And you'd be right. With over 13 million pieces ranging across every major point in human history, British Museum exhibitions are nearly encyclopedic in nature.
It's hard to miss the gigantic, Greek-inspired façade that marks this historic landmark, and the large number of hotels near British Museum help, too. All national museums and galleries are free to all, and here is no exception – though certain temporary British Museum exhibitions will charge an admission fee. But the extensive historic displays of ancient civilizations are the headlining displays here, and they are always free.
It doesn't even matter which ancient civilization you are talking about: the Egyptians, Mesopotamians, Persians, Greeks, Sudanese – they are all here, and expertly documented. Laid across room after room of simple white and beige, these ancient artifacts look even more impressive in their austere surroundings. From limestone statues of Egypt to the intricate tombs of the Greeks, these British Museum exhibitions are massive in scope.
If you are looking for details about African arts and culture, book yourself a room at one of the hotels near British Museum, and prepare to be astounded. With pieces numbering over 200,000 (and that's just in the three permanent galleries), the mysteries of ancient Africa are on display everywhere, from the antiquated busts of obscure Nigerian leaders to detailed early sculptures and weaponry of Central African tribes.
The same care is shown documenting other notable early peoples from other areas of the world, most notably those of Oceania and other, more well-known groups such as the Incas, Aztecs and Mayans.
The British Museum's department of Prints and Drawings is bypassed only by the Louvre. With drawings and prints from artists like Michelangelo, da Vinci, Rembrandt and Goya, the real draw is the extensive collection of British artists, primarily from the Victorian age.
Also like the Louvre, the British Museum London can be a little overwhelming to see all at once. Even the most enraptured visitor's eyes tend to glaze over after meandering through too many exhibitions, so you might want to take your time and spread a trip here over a couple days. And if that fits into your plans, there are a great many hotels near British Museum that are perfect fits for both families and budget travelers. The Bedford Hotel, St. Giles Hotel and President Hotel are excellent choices, while hostel seekers should head straight to Generator London, one of the most popular hostels in England.
Guernsey Museum
The Guernsey Museum is located on Guernsey Island in the British Channel Islands, off the coast of Normandy. The town of St Peter Port is where to look for the Guernsey Museum, and the museum is one of the major attractions to the town and island. While you are there, you can also take time to view the Victor Hugo House, also referred to as the Hauteville House, which was the home of author Victor Hugo for more than 15 years during his exile from France.
The Guernsey Museum is home to permanent collections, and also hosts a number of visiting exhibitions throughout the year. The Guernsey Museum is open seven days a week from 10am until 5pm, with an early closing time of 4pm from November through March. The museum is also closed on December 25th and during the month of January. 
Much of the focus of the museum is on showcasing the art and natural beauty of Guernsey Island itself. Historical collections are among the first exhibits a visitor will see when touring the museum. Information about the natural history of Guernsey Island, as well as the human history of Guernsey Island is found in the museum. Currently, the museum has more than 40,000 items in its permanent collection.
The Guernsey Museum is the official museum of the British Channel Islands. As an entity that is separate from the United Kingdom and is considered to be a possession of the UK rather than part of the government, Guernsey Island has its own unique history. This history is well reflected in the island museum, which keeps records of human activity on the island, which dates back as many as 6,000 years ago, when the island was a peninsula jutting out from the mainland.
This museum in the British Channel Islands also exhibits various environmental displays. The Lukis Mineral Collection, a permanent feature of the museum, showcases local sea crystals that have been discovered along the coast of Guernsey Island. The collection, first assembled in the 19th century, shows groups of minerals and other like resources that were located on and around Guernsey Island. Other collections and rooms include the Brian White Gallery and the Rona Cole Gallery. The museum also features a restaurant called Café Victoria, open during museum hours, which serves snack and lunch. There is also a theater on the museum grounds showing educational films throughout the year.
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