Chinese Academy of Art

Hangzhou


On the eastern shore of West Lake, housed in the Chinese Academy of Art (中国美术学院, Zhōngguó Měishùxuéyuàn) is this free art gallery. Exhibitions are all held on a temporary basis; expect to see proficient and patriotic works on display.


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