Thousands of years later, and still at it.
Political, cultural and social transformations in the last thirty years have shaped China's contemporary art scene. Former Communist-era factories have been revitalized to be exhibition spaces for edgy and fascinating art. The amount of "art" in the city can be daunting, so this tour will be be a survey of contemporary art in China, highlighting important artists of China's past and emerging artists in China's future. The galleries that will be explored will be mainly around the Dashanzi District which also hosts boutiques, cafes and bookstores.
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*Please note: Since China's history expands centuries, the tour can be customizable to fit your interest. As an ancient capital, Beijing offers a space to tour art from past to the present.
For: art lovers, culture lovers, anyone interested in exploring more of Beijing and Chinese history
Overview of art in Modern China and look into China's contemporary art scene;
Full-day tour guide into hand-picked galleries
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Additional services and budget:
- Daily transportation (car hire)
- Restaurant bookings (lunch & dinner)
- Activity planning & booking (tai chi classes, cooking classes, etc.)