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Why We Love Dunhuang

Dunhuang is a place born in legends. Its unique charm has attracted people around the globe to come and worship. In this podcast series, we bring you to Dunhuang, and walk you through the reasons why ... Read more

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EP 08: A national tragedy

EP 08: A national tragedy

Inside the Library Cave of Dunhuang Mogao Caves, there were over 50,000 cultural relics dating back to the late 4th to t... Read more

4 Aug 2022

14mins

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Chinese Valentine’s Day Special: Can you feel love in Dunhuang?

Chinese Valentine’s Day Special: Can you feel love in Dunhuang?

Love is essential and universal. But did the ancients also feel the same way? What was their perception of ideal love? L... Read more

29 Jul 2022

8mins

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EP 07: The first Western explorer of Mogao Caves

EP 07: The first Western explorer of Mogao Caves

According to some people, he is a brilliant explorer and archaeologist. But some people say he is a robber, a liar, and ... Read more

21 Jul 2022

14mins

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EP 06: The mystery of the Library Cave (Part Two)

EP 06: The mystery of the Library Cave (Part Two)

The Library Cave had more than 50,000 historical items inside. What happened to the contents after they were discovered?

14 Jul 2022

7mins

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EP 05: The mystery of the Library Cave (Part One)

EP 05: The mystery of the Library Cave (Part One)

There are many mysteries surrounding the Mogao Caves, but undoubtedly one of the most significant revelations was the di... Read more

7 Jul 2022

9mins

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EP 04: Caves on the cliffs

EP 04: Caves on the cliffs

The building of the Mogao Caves on the cliffs of Minsha Mountain in Dunhuang lasted for 1,000 years. How were the caves ... Read more

1 Jul 2022

10mins

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EP 03: How Dunhuang became a Buddhist hub

EP 03: How Dunhuang became a Buddhist hub

The ancient Silk Road not only brought commercial prosperity to Dunhuang, but also paved ways for the spread of Buddhism... Read more

24 Jun 2022

10mins

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EP 02: The legend of Silk Road merchants

EP 02: The legend of Silk Road merchants

More than 2000 years ago, the people of Eurasia explored and opened up several routes of trade and cultural exchanges, w... Read more

17 Jun 2022

9mins

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EP 01: Why Dunhuang matters?

EP 01: Why Dunhuang matters?

This episode tells you about a brief history of Dunhuang and its magnificent Mogao Grottoes. Who built those caves? Why ... Read more

10 Jun 2022

10mins

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Introducing "Why We Love Dunhuang"

Introducing "Why We Love Dunhuang"

Dunhuang is a place born in legends. Its unique charm has attracted people around the globe to come and worship. In this... Read more

9 Jun 2022

1min

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