An ongoing exhibition at Tianjin University, however, shifts the focus to the architectural structures within the caves. Supported by the China National Arts Fund, the touring exhibition, titled Rong (Fusion): Campus Tour of Yungang Art brings the artistic richness and diversity of Yungang to university campuses, presenting the grottoes as an enduring source of academic inquiry. Launched in July, it has previously been held at the University of Science and Technology Beijing and Wanlin Art Museum at Wuhan University in Hubei province, before arriving in Tianjin.
Running until Nov 15, the exhibition explores Yungang's artistic achievements and cultural integration through the lens of architectural and engineering history. It features 3D replicas of statues and architectural components, alongside historical documents and photographs. Visitors can also enjoy an immersive experience using augmented reality headsets and try their hand at making rubbings of carved patterns.
