A Lady in London

Beijing’s 798 Art District just might be my new favorite place in the world. Tucked away in the northeastern corner of the city, the 798 zone is a former factory complex that is now packed with contemporary art galleries, chic cafes, boutiques, and exhibition spaces. Interspersed among the converted warehouses and modern buildings are massive sculptures and public art displays, making every street a surprise for the visitor.

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After visiting the Forbidden City, my friend and I traveled to one of the other top sightseeing destinations in Beijing: the Great Wall of China.

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After my sunny afternoon layover in Helsinki, I boarded a long-haul flight in anticipation of a second layover, this one in Beijing, China.

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