Beijing: What to See & Do: Museums & Galleries: Galleries Not to Miss in Dashanzi

Galleries Not to Miss in Dashanzi

Indagare Insider Kai Yin-Lo on her favorite galleries:

“Years ago, Dashanzi, also known as 798, was a Russian-built electronic components factory. Today it’s home to thriving contemporary art scene including Xin Dong Cheng Gallery (86-10-6433-4579; www.chengxindong.com), which represents many established Chinese artists. Other galleries to see: Chinese Contemporary (86-10-8456-2421; www.chinesecontemporary.com), Tokyo Gallery (86-10-8457-3245; www.tokyo-gallery.com) and Contrasts Gallery (86-10-6432-1369; www.contrastsgallery.com“http://www.contrastsgallery.com), a branch of the Shanghai-based gallery owned by the flamboyant Pearl Lam.”