Mogao Caves
Caves beside the desert preserve centuries of Buddhist painting and sculpture. Their art reflects the movement of ideas along the Silk Roads.
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Dunhuang
Dunhuang connects desert scenery with a remarkable history of Buddhist art and Silk Road exchange.
Dunhuang connects desert scenery with a remarkable history of Buddhist art and Silk Road exchange. Its caves and oasis reward different kinds of looking.
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Crescent Lake
A crescent-shaped pool rests among the dunes of Mingsha Mountain. Water and sand make an unusually clear visual contrast.
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Shazhou Night Market
Dunhuang's night market combines local food with a setting shaped by Silk Road culture.
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