中新网北京1月11日电 (记者 应妮)由湖南文艺出版社主办的"了不起的石窟——漫谈中国石窟艺术之 美"新书分享会10日在国家图书馆学津堂举行。北京大学考古文博学院教授、云冈研究院院长杭侃作为 《了不起的石窟：全景式解读中国十大石窟》主要作者之一，为读者带来了一场跨越千年的文化盛宴。 杭侃以深厚的学术积淀与生动的讲述方式，将石窟艺术的厚重历史娓娓道来。他指出，石窟艺术是理解 中国文化的一把钥匙。他从"三观""五维"阐述石窟的观看之道，"三观"分别是宏观选址、中观定位、微 观营造，"五维"分别是历史、艺术、科学、文化、社会五个维度。在横向比较梁思成、朱彝尊等人对石 窟之美的理解后，杭侃还为读者提供了理解中国石窟艺术的不同视角。讲座最后，他也分享了文旅热、 AI热之下，中国各大石窟创新传播、传承的生动案例。讲座深入浅出、图文并茂，既有专业深度，又 充满人文温度。 《了不起的石窟》书影。 出版社供图 《了不起的石窟》是中南传媒"星创出版人"出版项目推出的重点作品，该书不仅为公众打开了一扇理解 中国石窟的窗口，更以通俗而严谨的方式，助力中华优秀传统文化的普及与传承。(完) 杭侃在讲 座现场。 出版社供图 该书由国内11 ...

Core Insights - The article emphasizes the significance of the Longmen Grottoes as a pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art and a UNESCO World Heritage site, highlighting its historical and cultural importance in the context of the Luoyang region [4][10]. Summary by Sections Longmen Grottoes - Longmen Grottoes, located in the southern suburbs of Luoyang, is recognized as one of the world's largest stone carving art treasures, featuring 2,345 niches and nearly 110,000 statues, making it the largest stone carving art repository globally [9][10]. - The site has been praised by UNESCO as the "highest peak of Chinese stone carving art" and is part of the three major grottoes in China alongside Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes and Yungang Grottoes [10]. Cultural Significance - The article discusses the cultural heritage of the Luoyang region, particularly the lesser-known "satellite grottoes" that share artistic styles with Longmen Grottoes, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of Central Plains Buddhist grotto art [4]. - The Longmen Grottoes and its surrounding sites reflect the evolution of Buddhist art in China, showcasing the integration of local cultural elements over centuries [4][32]. Recent Discoveries - A recent discovery of a Tang Dynasty round sculpture of a Bodhisattva adds to the historical value of the Longmen Grottoes, providing new material for research on the site [4]. - The article highlights the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve these cultural treasures, as emphasized by President Xi Jinping during his visit [4]. Other Grottoes - The article mentions several other grottoes in the Luoyang area, such as the Lüzhai Grottoes, which date back over 200 years before the Longmen Grottoes, and the Wanfoshan Grottoes, known for their complete relief sculptures that reflect the political and religious fusion of the Northern Wei period [5][20][23]. - The Xiewang Grottoes and the Hutu Temple Grottoes are also noted for their artistic significance and preservation efforts, showcasing the diversity of stone carving styles in the region [6][15]. Preservation Efforts - The article discusses the relocation and preservation of certain grottoes due to modern infrastructure projects, emphasizing the importance of maintaining cultural heritage in the face of development [7][11][16]. - The ongoing research and educational initiatives surrounding these grottoes aim to enhance public awareness and appreciation of this rich cultural legacy [7][32].