The new China

The fringes of China is so much more fascinating. Unfortunately photography wasn't allowed in the Mogao caves in Dunhuang. Here there are some 1000 caves caved in the desert rock but some 700 plus still survive. This is a repository of Buddhist art, sculpture and writing. Visits can be made with an official guide who will show you only 8 caves. The caves shown are rotated every 2 years. We met people who come every 2 years, locals of course, just so they will eventually see more caves.