Shaanxi | Binzhou Dafosi Temple, the pinnacle of Tang Dynasty art in the ancient Silk Road temple

Binzhou Dafosi Temple in Shaanxi, a Tang Dynasty ancient temple
🏯 The main cave illuminated by Buddha's light
Carved in the 2nd year of Zhenguan (628 AD)
Built by Emperor Taizong of Tang to commemorate the soldiers who died in the Battle of Qianshuiyuan
The 20-meter-tall Amitabha Buddha statue is absolutely stunning!
The backlight carvings are breathtaking 🤯
The flying celestial musicians are lifelike
The most precious is the inscription in the lower left corner 👇
"Made on November 13th, 2nd year of Zhenguan, Great Tang"
A historical witness spanning 1380 years!

🎨 Must-see Thousand Buddha Cave on the east side
Each Bodhisattva struts like a "catwalk" 😽
The large S-shaped postures are incredibly graceful
Exposing chest and belly without fear
The Tang Dynasty was so free and open 💃
Every statue is like a vivid Tang Dynasty fashion masterpiece

🎯 Visiting Tips
1️⃣ Recommended to bring a guide (rentals available at the entrance)
2️⃣ Allow 2 hours to explore leisurely

🛕 This millennium-old temple awaits your visit
Experience Buddhist art
And touch the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty
Who says only Dunhuang has treasures?
Shaanxi also hides such an artistic treasure trove 🎭

Post by DIYDesigner | Oct 22, 2025