Tiantishan Grottoes, Wuwei, Gansu | The origin of grottoes.

❇️Tiantishan Grottoes, also known as Liangzhou Grottoes or Liangzhou Big Buddha Grottoes, were built during the Eastern Jin Dynasty and the Sixteen Kingdoms period in the Northern Liang, with a history of about 1,600 years. ❇️Tiantishan Grottoes is one of the earliest grottoes in China and a representative of early Chinese grotto art. It is the source of Yungang Grottoes and Longmen Grottoes and is known as the "origin of grottoes". It occupies an important position in the history of Chinese Buddhism and has a profound impact on the development of Chinese grottoes. ❇️There are 18 existing caves in Tiantishan Grottoes, which preserve a large number of cultural relics such as Buddha statues, murals, and sculptures. Among them, the 13th cave is the largest and most representative cave in Tiantishan Grottoes. The main statue of Sakyamuni is 28 meters high, with a majestic momentum and lifelike appearance. ❇️The artistic style of Tiantishan Grottoes is unique, integrating the artistic characteristics of the Western Regions and the Central Plains. Its murals are rich in content, including Buddhist stories, character images, landscapes, etc., and have high artistic value. ⏰Opening hours: all year round, ticket checking ends at 17:00 in the afternoon.