What's on in Beijing (Jan 7-13)

An ink painting of a rooster created by Han Meilin. [Photo provided to China Daily]

Experiencing Chinese culture through Han Meilin's artwork

Chinese art pioneer Han Meilin is well-known as the chief designer of Fuwa, the good-luck mascots for the Beijing Olympic Games in 2008. Through his six-decade career, Han has always turned to Chinese cultural traditions for inspiration.

His ongoing exhibition World of Meilin, showcases his efforts in spreading the aesthetics of Chinese folk art.

Learn more here.

If you go:

Through Feb 12 (closed on Mondays). National Museum of China, 16 East Chang'an Avenue, Dongcheng district.

Ticket: Free Entrance

Contact: 010-6511-6400