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🎨 Arts January 28, 2026 at 06:49 PM

These 1,000-Year-Old Paper Flowers, Sealed in a Cave, Are a Marvel of Preservation

Source: Colossal

Ancient 1,000-year-old paper flowers discovered in China's Mogao Caves are a marvel of preservation, offering a glimpse into historical artistry and culture.

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