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Why We Love Dunhuang

Dunhuang is a place born in legends. Its unique charm has attracted people around the globe to come

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Total: 59

The Dunhuang dance has become a unique genre of traditional Chinese dance. Originating from the cave

EP 15: The flying apsaras

2022/9/29

If you want to find some of the most beautiful flying figures in Dunhuang, you have to find the imag

The murals of Dunhuang are of unique research and artistic value. They are seen as the ‘gene bank’ o

Among the over 2000 Buddha statues in the Dunhuang Mogao Caves, the tallest one is over 35 meters ta

In Mogao Caves are numerous mural paintings depicting the moon gods or goddesses. Why would there be

Colored sculptures are the main features of the Dunhuang Grottoes. They have been preserved for more

There are more than 800 caves built on the cliffs in Dunhuang. Why were they built? Technically how

Why does Dunhuang continue to attract people, past and present, from all around the world? What mak

Dunhuang has experienced many ups and downs through its long history, but the value of Dunhuang rema

Inside the Library Cave of Dunhuang Mogao Caves, there were over 50,000 cultural relics dating back

Love is essential and universal. But did the ancients also feel the same way? What was their percept

According to some people, he is a brilliant explorer and archaeologist. But some people say he is a

The Library Cave had more than 50,000 historical items inside. What happened to the contents after t

There are many mysteries surrounding the Mogao Caves, but undoubtedly one of the most significant re

The building of the Mogao Caves on the cliffs of Minsha Mountain in Dunhuang lasted for 1,000 years.

The ancient Silk Road not only brought commercial prosperity to Dunhuang, but also paved ways for th

More than 2000 years ago, the people of Eurasia explored and opened up several routes of trade and c

This episode tells you about a brief history of Dunhuang and its magnificent Mogao Grottoes. Who bui

Dunhuang is a place born in legends. Its unique charm has attracted people around the globe to come