Maiji Mountain Grottoes

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2022-06-10

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Maiji Mountain scenic area is located in Tianshui, Gansu province. Maiji Mountain Grottoes, first constructed in the Eastern Jin Dynasty from 384 to 417, consists of 221 caves, 10,632 clay sculptures and stone carvings, and delicate frescoes covering 1,300 square meters. They feature exquisite sculptures and are known as the "Oriental Sculpture Museum” for their numerous grottoes, beautiful statues and long history.