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When Was Dunhuang Founded

Sarah Jenkins • • 8 min read
When Was Dunhuang Founded

Dunhuang initially acted as a garrison town protecting the region and its trade routes, and a commandery was established there in the 2nd century BC by the Chinese Han dynasty (206 BC – 220 AD).

How old are the Dunhuang caves?

Mogao Caves”Mogao Caves” in Chinese charactersChinese莫高窟showTranscriptions

What is Dunhuang known for?

Dunhuang was a major stop on the ancient Silk Road and is best known for the nearby Mogao Caves. It has also been known at times as Shazhou and, in Uyghur, Dukhan.

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