Anren: Badges, Seals, and Clocks

The Jianchuan museum cluster in Anren has ten (or more) museums. Jianchuan is the name of the founder, one of the modern Chinese robber barons. Most of the museums glorify the modern history and military of China. I didn't really expect to be impressed, but found a few of the displays fascinating and the buildings really well done. They are a rare look at how modern Chinese see themselves.

Hundreds of clocks covered with slogans and propaganda are displayed in the Clocks hall. Some are running and fill the space with ticks and chimes.