No. 1 Waitanyuan is trending again thanks to this free exhibition!

🎉No. 1 Waitanyuan is back with another amazing offer! Don't miss this free and incredible exhibition! ⛪Exhibition Name: "A Shrine of World Culture": A Century-Long Journey of the Treccani Palace in Italy (1925—2025) 📅Exhibition Dates: Feb 27–Mar 12, 2025 ⏰Opening Hours: 10:30am–5:30pm (last entry at 5:00pm) 📍Location: No. 1 Waitanyuan (Building 1, 33 Zhongshan East First Road) 🎫Tickets: Free admission with reservation via "ART SHANGHAI" 🌟Highlight 1: Diverse exhibits spanning time and space The exhibits feature rare manuscripts and drawings by the three masters of literature and art from the Renaissance, including Dante's parchment version of *The Divine Comedy*, all presented as 100% restored replicas. The exhibition spans from classical antiquity, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance to modern and contemporary times, encompassing books, paintings, images, artifacts, and installations, offering an immersive experience of Italian culture. 🌟Highlight 2: Stunning architecture with historical charm No. 1 Waitanyuan, originally the British Consulate-General in Shanghai, was first built in 1849 and rebuilt in 1873. Designed by Grossmann & Boyce and constructed by Yu Hong Ji Construction Factory, it is the oldest building in the Waitanyuan building complex. Featuring a British Renaissance style, the two-story brick and wood structure boasts a five-arch arcade on the ground floor, an array of balconies with Roman-style railings on the second floor, and a Western-style hipped roof with Chinese butterfly tiles. The typical English garden in front of the building offers fantastic photo opportunities. 🧐Tips for visiting the exhibition: The exhibition consists of several independent sections without a fixed route. Familiarizing yourself with the following thematic units beforehand will help you avoid missing anything: 1️⃣[Within the Palace]: Starting with the architectural narrative of Palazzo Mattei di Paganica and comparing it with the grand staircase of No. 1 Waitanyuan, the beauty of architecture is further expressed. 2️⃣[The Attire of Dreams]: Exploring the expression of "beauty" in Italian art forms such as painting and opera through Italian clothing culture and bookbinding art. 3️⃣[Between Thought and Art]: Presenting the research institute's exploration in the fields of art and thought. 4️⃣[Treasures of Italian Arts and Culture]: Showcasing Italy's splendid cultural and artistic heritage. 5️⃣[Classical Antiquity]: Displaying the origins and early development of Italian civilization. 6️⃣[The Renaissance]: Experiencing the light of humanism through replica manuscripts of masters such as Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael. 7️⃣[Treccani, Culture Endures]: Listening to the voices of contemporary Italian cultural figures and perceiving cultural heritage. No. 1 Waitanyuan usually hosts paid exhibitions, making this free exhibition a rare opportunity. Whether you're an art enthusiast or just looking for a great photo spot, don't miss out!