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Ultimate Travel Guide to Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple for Foreign Visitors​

by | Mar 3, 2025 | ,

The ​Longmen Grottoes​ , a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Luoyang, China, is one of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. Carved between the Northern Wei and Tang dynasties (5th–10th centuries), it features over ​100,000 statues of Buddha and disciples​ nestled along the Yi River. Key highlights include the ​17.14-meter-tall Grand Vairocana Buddha​ at Fengxian Temple and the intricate carvings of Binyang Cave

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Ultimate Travel Guide to Mount Emei: A Sacred Buddhist Mountain in China

by | Mar 2, 2025 | ,

Mount Emei, located in Leshan City, Sichuan Province, is one of China’s Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains and the spiritual home of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva. Renowned for its “majestic, serene, mystical, perilous, and secluded” landscapes, it combines UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural beauty with profound Buddhist culture. Key highlights include the Golden Summit (Jinding), Wannian Temple, and Qingyin Pavilion, where ancient temples harmonize with misty peaks and rare wildlife like Tibetan macaques.

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Xiaozhai Tiankeng Travel Guide: Explore the World’s Largest Karst Sinkhole​

by | Mar 2, 2025 | ,

Xiaozhai Tiankeng, located in Fengjie County, Chongqing, is the world’s largest and deepest karst sinkhole, known as the World’s First Pit). With a depth of 666.2 meters and a diameter of 622 meters, this geological marvel formed over millions of years due to underground river erosion and limestone collapse. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it offers breathtaking views of vertical cliffs, subterranean rivers, and rare ecosystems. Nearby attractions include Tianjingxia Ground Fissure and Han Kuimen (Dry Kuimen), adding to its allure for adventurers and nature lovers.

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