November is an ideal time to visit the Mogao Caves in Gansu, a UNESCO world heritage site renowned for its statues and mural paintings that span 1,000 years of Buddhist art.

The trees at the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang have burst into brilliant shades of yellow as fall arrives. Without the crowds of holiday tourists, visitors can experience a sense of tranquility as they explore the historic site.

Enjoy the serenity through these Xinhua photos.

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