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The sky mirror of Tianshui, Maijishan Grottoes are truly legendary!

On this trip to Tianshui, I discovered a hidden treasure — Maijishan Grottoes! 📍Address: Maijishan Scenic Area, Maiji Town, Maiji District, Tianshui City, Gansu Province 🕒Opening Hours: April to October: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM November to March: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Known as the "Oriental Sculpture Gallery," there are currently 221 caves, over 1,300 square meters of murals! More than 7,800 statues, spanning from the Sixteen Kingdoms period to the Qing Dynasty, a 1,600-year artistic treasure! 😍 Climb high and gaze afar, the Buddha statues appearing faintly through the mist are otherworldly beautiful! Especially those vividly lifelike clay Buddha statues with various expressions — absolutely stunning~ 📸Photo Tips: 1️⃣ Visit on a sunny day to capture the grottoes against the blue sky — breathtaking! 2️⃣ Overcast or rainy days offer a unique atmosphere, like a fairyland on earth 3️⃣ Don’t forget to bring a telephoto lens for close-ups! This place is truly a photographer’s paradise! Ladies, let’s go! 🏃‍♀️
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Posted: Nov 22, 2025
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