On Tuesday afternoon, students got on the bus and we headed to Beijing's 798 Art Zone. An abandoned factory district, the area was renovated and inhabited by contemporary artists in the 1990s. Much of the original architecture still stands and the brick and iron work lends the area an industrial vibe. The area is full of free art galleries, as well as shops and cafes and students had around two hours of free time to wander the streets and alleyways of the 798 Art Zone. Some students bought books, gifts, and other small items from the gallery shops or surrounding stores. They all agreed that it was a really neat area and that it was cool to see a more modern (as opposed to historical) site.
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