Tag: CN – Mogao Caves

A desert town is perhaps the most prominent among locations in China that still reflect its links with India in ancient times.

Source: Desert town in China retains old India link

Aerial view of Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, Gansu…

Source: Aerial view of Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, Gansu

Bumping one’s way slowly on the back of a camel across the desert of Dunhuang, Gansu province, a modern-day visitor can easily imagine the past, when traders trudged along the ancient Silk Road, chatting and laughing in good spirits as they expected a good harvest.

Source: Past resonates at ancient site on Silk Road

Dunhuang Academy director, Zhao Shengliang, on why the iconic Buddhist art of the Mogao Caves plays an important global role in promoting Chinese culture.

Source: Silk Road hub takes cultural lead