Maijishan Grottoes

The Maijishan mountain contains 194 rock-cut caves featuring 7,200 Buddhist sculptures and murals covering 1,000 square meters of sandstone walls.

Construction of these caves began during the Later Qin period between 384 and 417 CE, marking a significant period of Buddhist expansion along the Silk Road.

The sculptures within the caves demonstrate the evolution of Buddhist art through different periods, incorporating influences from India and Southeast Asia.

Visitors can access the caves through elevated walkways reaching heights of 80 meters, with entrance fees of 90 RMB plus 15 RMB for shuttle service.

Cave 133, known as Ten Thousand Buddhas Cave, contains the highest concentration of Buddha sculptures in the entire complex.

GPS coordinates: 34.35170,106.00401

Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:32