Meixi Lake International Culture and Arts Centre
梅溪湖国际文化艺术中心 · Méixī Hú Guójì Wénhuà Yìshù Zhōngxīn
A flowing white complex by Zaha Hadid on the west side of the city, with a grand theatre, a small theatre and an art museum; the curved exterior is the main draw.
Booking recommended1 hour outside; longer with an exhibition or show
Tip
Come around sunset: the white curves glow, and you can walk on along the lakeside promenade afterwards.
- Opening hours
- Exterior and plazas open all day. Art museum usually Tue–Sun about 09:00–17:00; the theatres open for performances. To be confirmed
- Price
- Walking around outside is free; exhibitions and performances are ticketed separately
- How to book
- Check exhibitions and buy show tickets on the centre’s official WeChat accounts; only the outside can be visited without a ticket. To be confirmed
- Getting there
- Metro Line 2 to Meixihu East (梅溪湖东), Exit 4
- Address in Chinese
- 湖南省长沙市岳麓区梅溪湖路与节庆路交叉口西南
Photo: Huangdan2060 · CC BY 3.0
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