Deep in Shanxi with Rees: Symphony in the stone

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Five years ago, Rees from the United Kingdom encountered North China's Shanxi province and embarked on a quest to unveil its ancient charm. Today, his Shanxi tale continues.

In this series of videos, Rees will delve into Shanxi's rich historical and cultural tapestry. Through immersive experiences, personal reflections, role-playing, and animated recreations, he brings life to Shanxi's museum relics, the legacies of the land, and the words of ancient books.

Join Rees on a journey to explore Shanxi's historical and cultural wonders.

The Yungang Grottoes, located in Datong city, North China's Shanxi province, were originally built in 460 AD. They are carved into the mountainside and stretch 1,000 meters from east to west. The grottoes, which are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, took 150 years to create. The site has 45 main caves, 59,000 stone carvings, and is often referred to as a "History Book Engraved in Stone".

In the fifth episode, we follow Rees to the Yungang Grottoes, where we explore this treasure trove of diverse cultures. We will also visit one of the most famous caves, Cave 12. Commonly known as the Music Cave, here we can listen to a symphony in the stone.