On some of the murals inside the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, Gansu province, is the iconic image of flying apsaras, celestial beings draped in diaphanous attire and billowing ribbons. The elegance ...
The glorious paintings and statues of the Dunhuang caves have long attracted visitors from around the world. But tourism is doing more harm than good to these extremely fragile works of art.
This photo taken on Feb. 12, 2025 shows a statue in Dunhuang, northwest China's Gansu Province. Around 2,000 years ago, Dunhuang was a key hub on the ancient Silk Road. Chinese silk and tea passed ...
However, the Dunhuang Museum keeps not only archaeological and historical findings but also a lot of items depicting the culture of China and its development over several millennia. You can even find ...
The bookstore collects more than 20,000 Dunhuang-themed books, collaborating with over 1,000 publishers nationwide. It is also a multi-functional modern space that combines books, calligraphy and ...