Dongjiao Memory (Eastern Suburb Memory)
A music and arts park converted from the Soviet-style factory buildings of the former state-owned Hongguang Electron Tube Factory (1958), known as “Chengdu's 798”: chimneys, pipes and red-brick factory halls preserve the industrial memory, livehouses, recording studios and exhibition spaces are densely packed, and the steam locomotive at Locomotive Square…
Visitor info
- Opening hours
- All day
- Ticket
- Free
Price is indicative — final quote on inquiry.
A music and arts park converted from the Soviet-style factory buildings of the former state-owned Hongguang Electron Tube Factory (1958), known as “Chengdu's 798”: chimneys, pipes and red-brick factory halls preserve the industrial memory; livehouses, recording studios and exhibition spaces are densely packed, and the steam locomotive at Locomotive Square is the iconic installation, with music festivals and markets held regularly. Free and open all day, direct via Metro Line 8, Dongjiao Memory Station; great for a half-day artsy visit.
Getting there: Metro Line 8, Dongjiao Memory Station
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