🎨 Famous for mass replica art manufacturing, Dafen Oil Painting Village is a unique cultural hub in Shenzhen. 🔍 Produces 60% of the world's art reproductions and is home to thousands of galleries, workshops, and original artists. # Why Go 🖼️ See hundreds of artists recreating masterpieces and observe them at work. 🎨 Buy replica art or commission original paintings. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families, kids can try painting. 🎭 Explore diverse art styles, from classical to contemporary. 🏛️ Visit Dafen Art Museum, Sunrise Art Center, TNT Contemporary Art, Li & David Gallery. 🚶 Experience a surprising small-town feel within urban Shenzhen. # Tips 🗓️ Weekdays are less crowded; weekends offer special events. Bargaining is common for purchases. ✈️ Many studios offer international shipping for art. # Cost 💰 Free to visit, 30-50 yuan to make your own painting. # Hours 🕒 Dafen Art Museum: 9:30-17:30 (closed Monday). Other galleries generally 9:30/10:00-18:30. # Getting There 🚇 Take Shenzhen Metro Blue Line, between Dafen and Mumianwan stations.