Exploring Gansu's treasure: this "wheat stack" hides a millennium-old artistic miracle

Jishan Grottoes are forever awesome! One of China's four great grottoes, definitely the brightest gem on Gansu's land💎 From afar, it looks like a huge wheat stack🌾 (no wonder it's called Maijishan), this unique shape is already eye-catching! Perfect for photos on sunny days☀️ Surrounded by greenery, every shot looks like a blockbuster📸 Entering the grottoes is absolutely stunning! It's like stepping into an art palace that transcends a thousand years✨ ✅ 221 existing caves ✅ Over 7,800 exquisitely crafted Buddha statues ✅ More than 1,000㎡ of stunning murals All styles of Buddha statues are here, from Northern Wei to Tang and Song dynasties, see them all at once! Like visiting an open-air museum art exhibition👑 【How to Enjoy】 📍Address: Maiji Mountain Scenic Area, Maiji Town, Maiji District, Tianshui City, Gansu Province ⏰Opening Hours: 4/1-10/31: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM 11/1-3/31: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM The most special thing is the way to tour here! You need to climb a thrilling plank road🧗‍♀️ with a deep abyss beneath your feet and ancient Buddhas by your side. The experience is incredibly exciting! It's like playing a real-life Temple Run🏰 (not recommended if you're afraid of heights!) 【Three Must-See Styles】 1️⃣ Northern Wei: elegant and ethereal 2️⃣ Sui and Tang: full and rounded, rich and noble 3️⃣ Song Dynasty: realistic and delicate, expressive faces Be sure to find a guide🙋‍♀️ Every Buddha statue has a fascinating story behind it! The guide reveals how artistic the ancients really were～ 【Check-in Tips】 👗 Outfit: light colors look better in photos 📸 Best photo spot: corners of the plank road 🎫 Tickets: 80 RMB/person in peak season, 60 RMB/person in off-season This seriously underrated treasure spot has few people, beautiful scenery, and rich cultural heritage! Come and experience this timeless artistic charm✨