From which caves did Stein acquire books and manuscripts?
Ajanta caves
Lascaux caves
Dunhuang caves
Chauvet caves
Answer
The Dunhuang caves, located in the Gobi Desert of northwestern China, served as a significant source for the acquisition of valuable books and manuscripts by Marc Aurel Stein, a renowned British archaeologist, and explorer. These caves were home to a vast collection of ancient texts, artworks, and artifacts, dating back to the 4th century.
Unearthing History: The Extraordinary Journey of Aurel Stein
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