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Dunhuang

Buddhist cave art, desert dunes and Silk Road history

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A closer look at Dunhuang

Dunhuang is an oasis city where Silk Road history meets the desert landscapes of western Gansu. The Mogao Caves preserve an exceptional collection of Buddhist murals and sculpture, while the Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Lake reveal the region’s natural setting. Museums, historic passes and nearby archaeological sites help explain Dunhuang’s role as a meeting point for travellers, religions and ideas.

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