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Bingling Temple Grottoes

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Buddhist cave complex in Gansu, accessible only by boat across the Liujiaxia Reservoir. 183 caves and 694 statues across multiple cliffs. The 27-meter seated Maitreya is the centerpiece. Carved between the 4th and 16th centuries.

35.7989°, 103.0000°

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