Mogao Caves

Buddhist cave temples in Dunhuang, China (4th–14th century CE), with rock-cut murals.

Core Features

• Built with rock.
• Includes rock cutting.

Architectural Connections

• East Asian: Regional tradition.
• Religious: Sacred space.

Related Elements & Sites

Yungang Grottoes (related site), Relief (element), Ancient (period)

Record

Period: 14th century CE

Location: Dunhuang, China

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