Matou Temple Grottoes, A Sanctuary of Cliffside Grottoes and Cultural Splendor

Mati Temple Scenic Area, Datong Township, Minle County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province
The Thirty-Three Grottoes are very unique
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Scenic spots and historical sites

Introduction

The 33 Heavenly Caves is a stone cave art holy land with rich historical and cultural heritage. It contains 21 caves distributed on seven levels. These majestic caves stand tall on cliffs hundreds of meters high, like a huge pagoda embedded between the cliffs. The sophisticated and unique shapes inside the caves are the largest in the country. According to Buddhist scripture, the 33 heavens are the gathering place of gods and spirits, and the grand scale of the stone caves is truly breathtaking.
Address
Mati Temple Scenic Area, Datong Township, Minle County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province
Opening hours
08:00-18:00 (Monday-Sunday, January 1-December 31)
Transportation
After reaching the Mǎtí Sì scenic area, continue along the road for 3 kilometers to reach the destination.
Phone 0936-8891646

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