Introduction
The Dunhuang murals are characterised by their rich content. The stories depicted in the murals not only convey Buddhist teachings but also offer a glimpse into the daily life and social customs of ancient times. The public can learn about the unique characteristics of the Dunhuang murals through the following audio and visual resources.
Audio Guide
The following audio guide will feature selected murals from the Dunhuang caves, focusing on their composition and the Buddhist stories they depict.
(Voice performance by the Hong Kong Repertory Theatre, and image usage authorised by the Dunhuang Academy)
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Illustration of the Parable of the Poor Son in the Lotus Sutra | South wall of Mogao Cave 61 |
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Illustration of the Parable of the Burning House in the Lotus Sutra | South wall of Mogao Cave 61 |
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Illustration of the Parable of the Conjured City in the Lotus Sutra | South wall of Mogao Cave 217 |
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Tableau illustrating the Vimalakirti Sutra | East wall of Mogao Cave 220 |
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Sutra tableau illustrating the Paradise of the West | South wall of Mogao Cave 220 |
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Sutra tableau illustrating the Medicine Buddha | North wall of Mogao Cave 220 |
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Illustration of King Candraprabha Jataka | North wall of Mogao Cave 275 |
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The Four Encounters | South wall of Mogao Cave 275 |
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Illustration of Five Hundred Bandits Avadana | South wall of Mogao Cave 285 |
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Zhang Qian’s diplomatic mission to the Western Regions | North wall of Mogao Cave 323 |
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Illustration of Prince Mahasattva Jataka | East wall of Mogao Cave 428 |
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