Dunhuang Academy
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Dunhuang Academy is a comprehensive research institution responsible for managing the Mogao Caves - a World Heritage site - and five other noted Gansu grottoes.
Mogao Caves, Dunhuang
Joined November 2023
As early winter descends, the Mogao Caves reveal a quieter majesty. Join us in this tranquil moment and witness how Dunhuang embraces the first chill of winter with grace and timeless beauty. #Dunhuang #DunhuangScenery
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Guardians of heritage transcend time and borders. Inspired by Professor Chang Shuhong—the founding director of #Dunhuang Academy and known as the “Guardian of Dunhuang”, French couple Diana and Marco Landi have devoted themselves to sharing the profound cultural legacy of the
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Capturing the joyous dance of four celestial Apsaras,this vibrant mural from Mogao Cave 320 (High Tang period) depicts flying figures scattering blossoms around the canopy of Amitabha Buddha. #DunhuangMuralArt #Dunhuang
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As Minor Snow (小雪) arrives, the air turns crisp and the first gentle snows begin to fall across northern China. Join us in this serene video journey to explore how the subtle change of seasons echoes the eternal poetry of Dunhuang.#DunhuangSolarTerms
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A wish spanning a thousand years: May every child's future be as bright and joyful as the scene in this ancient mural. 🎉Happy World Children's Day!🎉 #WorldChildrensDay #Dunhuang #InternationalDaysWithDunhuang
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A dancer frozen in motion from the Mid-Tang dynasty! This vivid mural in Mogao Cave 112 captures a scarf dancer in a dynamic pose—balanced on her left leg with her right tucked behind, poised as if to step forward. #Dunhuang #DunhuangMuralArt
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The 20th CPC Central Committee convened its fourth plenary session in Beijing about four weeks ago, adopting recommendations for formulating China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30). Here are some key updates from the document.
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As the wind blows away the sands of time, a dancer emerges from the shadows of a thousand years. In this mesmerizing video, witness how light and movement bring to life a scarf dance performer from Mogao Cave 85 in the late Tang Dynasty (618-907). #Dunhuang #DunhuangMuralArt
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Step into the celestial architecture of #Dunhuang! This mural from Cave 321 in the early Tang Dynasty (618-907) depicts three pavilions floating above the clouds, linked by airy skywalks to form a “凸”-shaped layout—an elegant reflection of early Tang monastic design.
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As the Start of Winter (Chinese: 立冬) arrives, the cold deepens, marking the beginning of the season's rest and reflection. It is a time when harvest is stored and nature turns inward. #DunhuangSolarTerms
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Meet Ji Meng, the Rain God from Mogao Cave 285 (Western Wei Dynasty, 535-556)! This mythical being combines a dragon’s head and claws with a human body and a pair of wings, soaring through the skies while showering the earth with rain. #DunhuangMuralArt #Dunhuang
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Discover autumn in #Dunhuang. The six grotto sites are adorned with golden foliage under clear skies, blending history with serene nature. #DunhuangScenery #AutumnVibes
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A rare glimpse into a Tibetan (Tubo) wedding during the Mid-Tang era! It captures not just a ceremonial moment but also preserves unique cultural details. #DunhuangMuralArt #Dunhuang
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As autumn deepens, a breathtaking palette of gold and amber washes over the Singing Sand Dunes. #Dunhuang #DunhuangScenery
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As Frost's Descent (Chinese: #霜降) arrives, the crisp air heralds the last solar term of autumn. Chilly mornings and the first frost weave a delicate transition into the late autumn landscape.
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Tomorrow marks the beginning of Frost's Descent (Chinese: #霜降), the 18th solar term of the year. As the last term of autumn, it brings significantly colder weather and the first appearance of frost. #DunhuangSolarTerms
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A fascinating blend of wedding traditions in this #Dunhuang mural from Cave 33! Here, the groom kneels in a deep bow, while the bride stands, offering a solemn salute. A perfect snapshot of cultural fusion during the Tang Dynasty!
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Su Bomin, director of the Dunhuang Academy, highlights how #Dunhuang blends cultural heritage with urban growth, linking the past and present. It showcases systematic and orderly urban integration. #GMD2025 #Gansu #CulturalGansu
Su Bomin, director of Dunhuang Academy, highlights how #Dunhuang blends cultural heritage with urban growth, linking past and present. It showcases systematic, orderly urban integration. #GMD2025 #Gansu #CulturalGansu
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