Xumishan Grottoes, Guyuan, Ningxia
CHINA BOUND | Updated: 2026-05-03 07:00
At the Xumishan Grottoes in Guyuan, Ningxia, carved since the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-534), colossal Buddha statues emerge from red cliffs. Sunlight washes over the rock face, casting a warm glow on ancient forms. Weathered by time, each carving bears witness to cultural exchanges along the Silk Road, as well as the devotion and quiet ingenuity of ancient artisans.
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