Treasures of Romania exhibition opens at National Museum of China

Treasures of Romania, an exhibition that tells Romania's history and the development of its citilization, opened at the National Museum of China in Beijing on Jan 28.

The three-month exhibition showcases Romania's history from the pre-historical period to the end of the 18th century with 445 pieces (sets) of exhibits.

"Cultural relics are bear the stories of history. They have vividly showcased every nation's prosperity and glory," says Dong Wei, vice-minister of the Ministry of Culture of China, at the opening ceremony in the national museum on Thursday.

He says that China and Romania have achieved much in terms of cultural exchange in the past few years, which help people in the two nations understand each other better.

In 2013, China also held a huge exhibition of cultural relics in Romania, which welcomed many visitors.