REVELING IN GLOBAL LEGACY OF THE SILK ROAD

Conservation of Buddhist artworks at the Mogao Caves is encouraging similar efforts at home and abroad

Editor's note: As the People's Republic of China prepares to celebrate its 70th anniversary on Oct 1, China Daily is featuring a series of stories on the role regions have played in the country's development and where they are today.

When asked in front of foreign visitors what it takes to sustain the love for his job after three decades, mural restorer Yang Tao said it is all about having "peace of mind".