Floating petals challenge science: decoding China's 1,500-year-old smiling Buddha mystery

The Maiji Mountain Grottoes, a historic site now on the "2025 World Monuments Watch" list, is full of amazing sights. Come explore the famous "Scattered Flower Pavilion" and see ancient statues with their special "Eastern Smile" that have stood for over a thousand years. You'll find beautiful clay sculptures that show the best of Chinese art, plus many other incredible sights. Join us as we follow Yao Sen's adventures, including a fun arm-wrestling match with an elderly visitor. Watch our video to see all these wonderful moments!