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Contracts, aluminum doors donated by Sir Ran Ran Shaw of Hong Kong were installed in most of the caves. In addition, the team constructed fences, protective glass screens, and fire-detection facilities. They also installed voice-, microwave-, and magnetic-activated alarm systems and posted a dog at the northern end of the site to prevent damage and theft.

Enhancing visitors' experience. Due to limited space inside the caves, the fragile murals cannot withstand a substantial increase in visitors and unlimited visitation. To ease the pressure of rising tourism rates and, at the same time, to fulfill the requirements of the visitors, a program was initiated to increase the number of scenic locations at the Mogao grottoes without changing the site's original appearance. The Dunhuang Conservation Display Center, financed by the Japanese government, is one such example.

Establishing comprehensive archives. The conservation team established archives documenting the contents and condition of each cave, its murals, polychrome statues, and architecture by means of descriptive documents, photographs, and drawings. Periodic inspection of the grottoes is conducted to document changes. Documentation by videotape recording and surveying was also carried out. Research has begun on compiling information about the murals and the condition of the sites by use of computer-information storage systems.

Setting up a rigorous site-management system. Strict control has been established for various uses of the caves, including opening the caves for visitation. Rigorous systems have been formulated for site management and job descriptions; management of cave facilities; periodic site inspections; control of site sanitation, water supply, and power; registration of cave use; checkout and check-in of cave door keys; visitation rules; and tour-guide work regulations. These systems are constantly being updated and revised in the course of practice.

The author extends her sincere gratitude to Li Zuixiong, conservation director of the Dunhuang Academy; and Li Yunhe and Li Shi, deputy directors, for their assistance in the writing of this article. They not only provided detailed information and data but also productive and constructive suggestions.

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