There is a huge selection of Chinese artifacts here. In fact many of the artifacts were donated by a collector in his will, so there is quite a lot to look at. They also keep the dragon here, which is pretty big. In fact it curls around the entire room. Along with that are other, smaller dragons, and of course details discourses on the Chinese population in Bendigo, at least going back to the gold rush era, when many were sent down here by the Emperor to bring back gold to the empire. It certainly is quite interesting, and definitely worth checking out as well. read more

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Once upon a time, in the days of rust and dust and gold, Bendigo was known as "gold mountain". Thousands and thousands came from around the world to try their luck at finding fortune. A large portion of these treasure hunters came from China, leaving behind their families in hopes of bringing them a better life. Golden Dragon Museum pays tribute to these Chinese migrants and the huge cultural impact they brought to the region. Bendigo's Easter celebration hosts some of the biggest Chinese Dragon parades in Australia, and in this special museum, you can see many of the dragons used in the last 150 years. The longest and oldest Chinese dragons of Australia are all here, and wow! are they impressive. Flash-free photography is welcome, although a bit challenging as lights are kept dim to preserve the aging silks. Outside the museum are two beautiful Chinese gardens, including a koi pond and a Buddhist temple honoring the Goddess of Compassion and Mercy. At $11 for adult entry, this is a beautiful way to spend an afternoon in Bendigo. read more

Golden Dragon Museum - Entrance to dragon museum - Museums Near Me - Bendigo, VIC

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