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古丝路上新!中国两处千年遗址首次面向公众开放
Xin Hua Wang·2025-05-01 10:06

Core Viewpoint - The opening of the ancient Silk Road sites, the Tuyugou Grottoes and the Xuanquan Zhi site, marks a revitalization of cultural heritage in the new era, enhancing public access to historical treasures [1][4]. Group 1: Tuyugou Grottoes - The Tuyugou Grottoes, a large complex of cave temples established around the 5th century, consists of 157 caves, 3 ground temples, and 9 pagodas, showcasing a variety of multilingual Buddhist manuscripts and secular documents [2]. - Over 77 million RMB has been invested in the protection, restoration, and reinforcement of the Tuyugou Grottoes, with a focus on preserving the artistic essence of the site [2]. - A real-name reservation system and daily visitor limit of 300 tickets have been implemented to manage tourist flow and protect the site [2]. Group 2: Xuanquan Zhi Site - The Xuanquan Zhi site is the only systematically excavated ancient post station along the Silk Road in China, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2014 [4]. - A 1:1 scale replica of a Han Dynasty post station has been constructed near the site, providing modern amenities for travelers [4]. - The site incorporates wooden walkways and protective measures to enhance visitor experience while ensuring the safety of the archaeological remains [5]. Group 3: Cultural Heritage Promotion - China is actively promoting the protection and opening of Silk Road cultural heritage, with more ancient sites being made accessible to the public [5]. - Other sites, such as the Shengjinkou Grottoes and the Yarlug Lake Grottoes, have also recently opened to visitors, with plans for the Han-Wei Luoyang Ancient City Museum to open later this year [5]. - The global interest in the Silk Road is growing, with hopes that the opening of more sites will foster a systematic and visual understanding of Silk Road culture [5].