Yungang Grottoes

Buddhist cave temples in Shanxi, China (5th–6th century CE), with rock-cut sculptures.

Core Features

• Built with rock.
• Includes rock cutting.

Architectural Connections

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

Related Elements & Sites

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

Record

Period: 6th century CE

Location: Shanxi, China

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