Jiuquan - Tomb of Dingjiazha Gumu

The Tomb of Dingjiazha Gumu, with wall paintings of great importance from a historical point of view, lies in the desert 3km/2mi west of Jiuquan. It is thought that the deceased was a nobleman who lived some 1600 years ago. One wall of the vault, which is completely decorated with frescos, is still well preserved. In the upper section there is a representation of the sky with sun, moon and two deities, who are surrounded by birds, flying horses, stags and toads, etc. At the bottom, on the other hand, the earthly world is depicted with hunting and pasture scenes, banqueters and concerts, etc.