West Thousand Buddha Cave is an integral part of Dunhuang Buddhist art for its similarity to Mogao Caves in colored clay statues, the style of frescos and the structure of the caves.
Ta' er Monastery is the largest Buddhist monastery in Qinghai, and an important center to do religious activities. It is not only a holyland for buddhists and Shamanism but also for its cultural heritage and…
Imperial Mausoleum of Xixia Dynasty is composed of nine imperial tombs and 254 tombs of imperial relatives and officials. It's the one of the largest and well preserved imperial mausoleums in China and is…
Labrang Lamasery still keeps the most complete teaching system of Tibetan Buddhism in China and is one of the six Tibetan Buddhism temples belonging to Gelu Sect.
Qinghai Lake is the largest and most beautiful salt lake in China. It is beautiful lake not only for its scenic spots, beautiful islands and but also for its aboundant natural reserves, beautiful mountains…
Xumishan Grottoes is a series of 162 caves chiseled on the cliffs of eight peaks. There are now 350 Buddhist statues, 12 inscriptions in Tibetan language, three stone carvings, eleven steles and many mural…
The Great Wall of China is undoubtedly the most magnificent and spectacular building project in human history.The remains of Ningxia Great Wall left from Qin in Warring States Period and Ming Dynasty…
Jiayu Pass is the western end of the Great Wall built during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and is widely recognized as the most well preserved military fortress along the Great Wall today.
Today, traveling along the ancient silk road is one of the most popular ways to explore the ancient history and cultures in China. The route travels through Shaanxi, Gansu and Xinjiang, with lots of famous…