The Tang dynasty was one of the most powerful in Chinese history. In this period, China becomes the the most prominent civilization in East Asia—with links east to Korea and Japan and west, along the Silk Route.
618 - 907
The Tang dynasty was one of the most powerful in Chinese history. In this period, China becomes the the most prominent civilization in East Asia—with links east to Korea and Japan and west, along the Silk Route.
618 - 907
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Cave art at Mogao reflects changing beliefs as well as stylistic influences from India, the West, and the Tang.
Hidden in a cave and undisturbed for centuries, this important collection of paintings was rediscovered in 1900.
“Beautiful women paintings” provide insight into ideals of beauty and other social customs at the Tang court.
Why were cave shrines created? Who were the patrons? What was their use? Discover these remarkable ancient sites.
Located at a desert crossroads along the Silk Road, these famous caves boast wall paintings and colorful sculpture.
The everyday experience of a woman is the subject of...