Historical relics: One of the exhibits is a sketch of Zheng He's navigation map.

Over 60 artefacts and more than 100 photographs will be displayed at the Hong Kong Museum of History from tomorrow to May 15, taking visitors on a virtual voyage with the great Chinese explorer, Zheng He.

Jointly presented by the Leisure & Cultural Services Department and the National Museum of China, and organised by the Hong Kong Museum of History, "Sailing West: Admiral Zheng He's Voyages" provides a unique opportunity to learn more about a remarkable chapter in China's maritime history through Zheng's achievements of 600 years ago.

There are few historical relics left from Zheng's voyages, so the artefacts on display are extremely precious.

They include an 11-metre wooden rudder, remains of the Ming dynasty ship-building yard in Nanjiang, a bronze bell inscribed with Zheng He's name and the famous Buddhist text, "Lotus Sutra".

Others are a model of Zheng He's flagship and several books documenting his voyages to the Western Sea.

The Museum of History is located at 100 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui. It opens from 10am to 6pm Monday to Saturday and from 10am to 7pm on Sundays and public holidays. It is closed on Tuesdays (except public holidays).

Admission is $10 and a half-price concession is available to full-time students, senior citizens and people with disabilities. Admission is free on Wednesdays.