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Rock Carvings, Beishan, Dazu, Chongqing, China
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Rock Carvings, Beishan, Dazu, Chongqing, China
The Dazu Rock Carvings are a series of Chinese religious sculptures and carvings, dating back as far as the 7th century AD, depicting and influenced by Buddhist, Confucian and Taoist beliefs.Listed as a World Heritage Site, the Dazu Rock Carvings are made up of 75 protected sites containing some 50, 000 statues, with over 100, 000 Chinese characters forming inscriptions and epigraphs. The sites are located in Chongqing Municipality within the steep hillsides throughout Dazu County, located about 60 kilometers west of the urban area of Chongqing.The largest cluster at Beishan contains two groups along a cliff face 7-10m high stretching for around 300m. There are more than 10, 000 carvings dating from the late 9th to the mid-12th century which depict themes of Tantric Buddhism and Taoism. Inscriptions give insight to the history, religious beliefs, dating and the identification of historical figures
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Claire Plumridge
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This print captures the awe-inspiring beauty of the Rock Carvings in Beishan, Dazu, Chongqing, China. These ancient sculptures and carvings date back to as early as the 7th century AD and are deeply influenced by Buddhist, Confucian, and Taoist beliefs. Designated as a World Heritage Site, the Dazu Rock Carvings encompass an astonishing 75 protected sites with over 50,000 statues and more than 100,000 Chinese characters forming inscriptions. Located within the steep hillsides of Dazu County in Chongqing Municipality, these rock carvings are a testament to centuries of cultural heritage. The largest cluster at Beishan stretches along a cliff face that stands between 7-10 meters high for approximately 300 meters. Within this vast expanse lie over 10,000 carvings dating from the late 9th to mid-12th century depicting themes of Tantric Buddhism and Taoism. The intricate details carved into stone offer fascinating insights into history, religious beliefs, dating methods used during that time period while also providing identification for historical figures. This photograph showcases not only the architectural marvels but also highlights the rich culture embedded within each sculpture. As you gaze upon this image captured by Claire Plumridge from Fine Art Storehouse's collection, let yourself be transported to a world where antiquities meet spirituality amidst stunning natural surroundings. It is truly a visual masterpiece that pays homage to China's profound artistic legacy and invites us all to explore its wonders through travel or appreciation of fine art photography.
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