This photo shows the bronze statues of the animal heads of the 12 zodiac signs from Yuanmingyuan, or the Old Summer Palace, displayed in the Poly MGM Museum in Macao, south China, Nov. 16, 2024. The Poly MGM Museum, collaboratively presented by Poly Culture and MGM, held an inauguration ceremony in Macao on Friday. The first-ever exhibition of the museum, titled "The Maritime Silk Road -- Discover the mystical seas and encounter the treasures of the ancient trade route," showcased 228 exhibits, including nearly 30 pieces of China's national first-class cultural relics. (Xinhua/Jin Liangkuai)

The Bronze Zodiac Heads of the Old Summer Palace — Ox, Tiger, Monkey and Pig — are currently on display at the Poly MGM Museum, which opened on Friday in Macao Special Administrative Region as the region will celebrate its 25th anniversary of return to the motherland on Dec 20.

Pansy Ho Chiu-King, chairwoman and executive director of MGM China Holdings Limited, said that the museum showcases over 200 artifacts spanning from the Tang Dynasty to early modern China, incorporating modern techniques, which will enhance tourism and also reflect Macao's moderately diversified economic development.

Reflecting on Macao's development over the past 25 years, Ho said, "I am indeed a witness, a participant, and one could even say, in this process, the greatest beneficiary of Macao's development."

"The achievements of Macao today are attributed to the expanded market, increased confidence, and the unwavering support of our country following our return," she said.

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