The Yungang Grottoes (Chinese: 云冈石窟; pinyin: Yúngāng shíkū), formerly the Wuzhoushan Grottoes (Chinese: 武州山 / 武周山; pinyin: Wǔzhōushān), are ancient Chinese Buddhist temple grottoes built during the Northern Wei dynasty near the city of Datong, then called Pingcheng, in the province of Shanxi.

The Yungang Grottoes, in Datong city, Shanxi Province, with their 252 caves and 51,000 statues, represent the outstanding achievement of Buddhist cave art in China in the 5th and 6th centuries.

The Yungang Grottoes (Yungang Caves) are located at the southern foot of Wuzhou Mountain, about 16 kilometers (10 miles) west of Datong City, Shanxi Province, China. Dating back 1,500 years, the Yungang Grottoes represent China's superb Buddhist artistic achievements from the 5th to the 6th century.

Nov 20, 2023 · The Yungang Grottoes, in Datong city, Shanxi Province, with their 252 caves and 51,000 statues, represent the outstanding achievement of Buddhist cave art in China.

Yungang Grottoes, one of the three major cave clusters in China, punctuate the north cliff of Wuzhou Mountain, Datong. The area was excavated along the mountain, extending 1 km (0.62 miles) from east to west, revealing 53 caves and over 51,000 stone statues.

Yungang is an enduring legacy of Chinese Buddhist art and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is renowned for its magnificently carved cave-temples and polychromatic sculptures.

The Yungang Grottoes (云冈石窟), originally known as Lingyan Temple (灵岩寺) and Stone Buddha Temple (石佛寺), are a renowned series of ancient rock-cut temples located near Datong in Shanxi Province, China. They are one of China’s most famous grotto complexes and a significant cultural and historical landmark.

Yungang Grottoes, enjoying a long history of over 1,500 years, is one of the three leading grottoes in China together with Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang and Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang.

Feb 17, 2025 · Begin your journey at the magnificent Yungang Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Afterward, delve deeper into the city's cultural heritage by visiting the intricate Nine Dragon Wall and the historic Huayan Temple.

Insider guide of Yungang Grottoes reveals hidden gems, photo spots, and local tips for an unforgettable journey through China's greatest cave art treasury.