mogao caves
states: [china]
category: cultural
year: 1987
location: Dunhuang County, Gansu Province. At the eastern foot of Mount Mingsha, 25 kilometres southeast of the County seat.
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 40.1333300000, 94.8166700000
visited: 2024
The Mogao Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site in China, are a network of 492 Buddhist cave temples carved into a desert cliff from the 4th to 14th centuries. Adorned with vibrant murals and intricate statues, they represent a millennium of art, religion, and cultural exchange along the Silk Road. Recognized for their historical and artistic value, they stand as a treasure of ancient Buddhist heritage.
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