Mogao Caves

Mogao Caves(Mogao Caves Scenic Area)

A World Cultural Heritage site with hundreds of extant caves. The murals and painted sculptures span more than a thousand years and constitute a treasure trove of Buddhist art, the "heart and soul" of Dunhuang.

Dunhuang 5A City Area About 25 km southeast of Dunhuang City Center
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A World Cultural Heritage site with hundreds of surviving caves, whose murals and painted sculptures span more than a thousand years. It is a treasure house of Buddhist art and the "heart and soul" of Dunhuang.

Highlights at a Glance

  • World Heritage
  • Caves
  • Murals
  • Painted sculptures

Visiting Tips

The attraction is located in Dunhuang city area, with convenient transportation, making it suitable for combining with a Dunhuang city itinerary. This scenic area is a national 5A-level tourist attraction (the highest rating in China's scenic area quality grading system). It is recommended to book tickets in advance and travel outside peak periods.

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