Dazu Rock Carvings
An exceptional series of ancient Chinese rock carvings, dating from the 7th to 13th centuries, depicting Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian themes.

šŸ“œ UNESCO World Heritage Site in Dazu District, Chongqing, China.
šŸ” Comprises over 60,000 figures across five mountain clusters, showcasing ancient Chinese stone art from the 7th to 13th centuries.

Why Go

šŸ—æ Witness spectacular ancient rock sculptures and cave temples, renowned for their remarkable aesthetic quality and rich subject matter.
šŸ•‰ļø Explore the harmonious synthesis of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
šŸ“š Gain insight into daily life and religious history from the Tang and Song Dynasties.
šŸžļø Visit famous clusters like Baodingshan, Beishan, Nanshan, Shizhuanshan, and Shimenshan for a complete experience.

Tips

šŸšŒ Accessible by bus from Chongqing North Railway Station to Dazu, then local buses to sites.
šŸš¶ Allow ample time to explore the sprawling sites across multiple mountains.
šŸ“ Located in Dazu District, about 80 km east of downtown Chongqing.

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