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Tan Yao Square is located at the entrance of the Yungang Grottoes and was built in honor of Master Tan Yao. A Buddhist monk during the Northern Wei Dynasty, Master Tan Yao lived in a time of great turbulence. Yet, with great courage, he initiated a series of efforts to revive Buddhism. His work spanned politics, economy, religious education, art, and scripture translation, all of which contributed to the revival and flourishing of Buddhism. He can be regarded as a masterful figure in the Northern Wei Dynasty’s Buddhist restoration movement. He oversaw the construction of the Yungang Grottoes, which hold significant historical importance in both the history of Chinese architectural art and Buddhist art.

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Tan Yao Square

Tan Yao Square is located at the entrance of the Yungang Grottoes and was built in honor of Master Tan Yao. A Buddhist monk during the Northern Wei Dynasty, Master Tan Yao lived in a time of great turbulence. Yet, with great courage, he initiated a series of efforts to revive Buddhism. His work spanned politics, economy, religious education, art, and scripture translation, all of which contributed to the revival and flourishing of Buddhism. He can be regarded as a masterful figure in the Northern Wei Dynasty’s Buddhist restoration movement. He oversaw the construction of the Yungang Grottoes, which hold significant historical importance in both the history of Chinese architectural art and Buddhist art.

Time Needed

Half an hour

Transportation

Take bus No. 3 in the city and get off at the Yungang Grottoes stop. It is located at the entrance of the Yungang Grottoes.

Admission

Free

Opening Hours

All day

Location

Entrance of the Yungang Grottoes