Yungang Caves

A model of the Buddhist sculptures at the Yungang Caves, at Tobu World Square near Nikkô, in Japan

• Built: late 5th century
• Chinese: 雲崗石窟 (Yúngāng shíkū)

The Yungang Caves or Yungang Grottoes are a set of ancient Buddhist cave temples near Datong in Shanxi province, China. One of the five largest Buddhist cave complexes in China, they are today recognized as a World Heritage Site.

Dating to the late 5th century, the caves were originally established by the priest-monk Tan-yao at the request of Emperor Wencheng of Northern Wei.

References

• Gallery labels, Tobu World Square, Nikko.[1]