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Licheng District, People's Republic of China

Thousand-Buddha Cliff

Licheng District, People's Republic of China

Thousand-Buddha Cliff
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In Licheng District, Shandong Province, the Thousand-Buddha Cliff is a rock-cut archaeological site comprising over 210 Buddhist statues and 43 inscriptions carved into a 63-meter cliff face. Dating primarily to the Tang dynasty between 618 and 684, the sculptures represent a significant example of Buddhist devotional art from central China's medieval period. The site has been designated a Major Historical and Cultural Site Protected at the National Level, reflecting its importance to the architectural and religious heritage of the region.

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Type
architectural structure
Heritage
Major Historical and Cultural Site Protected at the National Level
Place
Licheng District, People's Republic of China

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