Recent times have brought on a tidal wave of development on an artistic side of things in China. As witnessed by the vast re-zoning of 230,000 sq meters to create Beijing 798, the full fledged cultural district features a wide range of cultural enhancement opportunities including the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art. The gallery space houses many international artists in mediums such as installations, paintings and photography. Many stunning pieces were on hand including various exhibits featuring live animals such as spiders, turtles and snakes.