
EP 08: A national tragedy
Inside the Library Cave of Dunhuang Mogao Caves, there were over 50,000 cultural relics dating back to the late 4th to the 11th centuries. But now the cave is empty. What happened?
14mins
4 Aug 2022

Chinese Valentine’s Day Special: Can you feel love in Dunhuang?
Love is essential and universal. But did the ancients also feel the same way? What was their perception of ideal love? Let’s find the answer from the Dunhuang Mogao Caves.
8mins
29 Jul 2022

EP 07: The first Western explorer of Mogao Caves
According to some people, he is a brilliant explorer and archaeologist. But some people say he is a robber, a liar, and a devil along the ancient Silk Road. No matter what, his name is always connected with Dunhuang.
14mins
21 Jul 2022

EP 06: The mystery of the Library Cave (Part Two)
The Library Cave had more than 50,000 historical items inside. What happened to the contents after they were discovered?
7mins
14 Jul 2022

EP 05: The mystery of the Library Cave (Part One)
There are many mysteries surrounding the Mogao Caves, but undoubtedly one of the most significant revelations was the discovery of the Library Cave. Who created this cave and why? And how was the hidden cave discovered?
9mins
7 Jul 2022

EP 04: Caves on the cliffs
The building of the Mogao Caves on the cliffs of Minsha Mountain in Dunhuang lasted for 1,000 years. How were the caves built and why were they built?
10mins
1 Jul 2022

EP 03: How Dunhuang became a Buddhist hub
The ancient Silk Road not only brought commercial prosperity to Dunhuang, but also paved ways for the spread of Buddhism. In this episode, we will explore how Buddhism spread along the ancient Silk Road.
10mins
24 Jun 2022

EP 02: The legend of Silk Road merchants
More than 2000 years ago, the people of Eurasia explored and opened up several routes of trade and cultural exchanges, which were called “the Silk Road” by later generations. In this episode, we’ll bring you to the life of the ancient merchants in Dunhuang, a key stop along the Silk Road.
9mins
17 Jun 2022

EP 01: Why Dunhuang matters?
This episode tells you about a brief history of Dunhuang and its magnificent Mogao Grottoes. Who built those caves? Why were they built in the first place?
10mins
10 Jun 2022

Introducing "Why We Love Dunhuang"
Dunhuang is a place born in legends. Its unique charm has attracted people around the globe to come and worship. In this podcast series, we bring you to Dunhuang, and walk you through the reasons why we love Dunhuang.
1min
9 Jun 2022