Imagine walking beneath towering limestone walls adorned with more than 110,000 statues, each etched by hands spanning centuries. This was the awe-inspiring reality for 27 journalists from Latin America and the Caribbean who joined CGTN on a \"Journey to Chinese Civilization: Henan\" exploration in Luoyang.
Located in Henan Province on the Chinese mainland, the Longmen Grottoes began in 493 AD and expanded over four centuries. Today, the UNESCO World Heritage Site boasts over 2,300 caves and niches, around 2,800 inscriptions, and more than 70 pagodas—each detail reflecting a blend of artistry and spiritual devotion.
\"You can feel the eyes of history on you,\" said Quinn St. Juste of Barbados Today. She added that the grottoes not only bring the past to life but also offer a profound window into the cultural and spiritual depths of Chinese civilization.
For young global citizens, entrepreneurs and travelers, the Longmen Grottoes illustrate how cultural heritage can inspire new perspectives. By preserving and sharing these stone treasures, Henan invites us to connect across time and borders—whether through on-site exploration or digital storytelling that makes history accessible to all.
As this cross-cultural journey shows, immersive travel is more than sightseeing: it's a path to understanding our shared human story. The Longmen Grottoes stand as a living museum, ready to spark curiosity and foster connections among a new generation of changemakers.
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