Culture Insider: 8 must-see places for art lovers in Beijing
Updated: 2014-10-20 07:34
(Chinaculture.org)
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For art lovers in Beijing, there is never a boring weekend. But if one does feel bored, he/she probably hasn't discovered the interesting art venues in Beijing. Here we list a few.
Caochangdi in Beijing. [Photo/Xinhua] |
Caochangdi (草场地)
As 798 Art District is invaded by more and more businesses, one may want to seek a pure art district in Beijing. Caochangdi (means "grassland" in Mandarin), an urban village and renowned art district, is home to a diverse group of residents, including migrant workers, farmers, students and especially artists. Caochangdi developed into a thriving arts and cultural hub when more and more artists moved into the area.
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