Imagine stumbling upon a 15-meter-long sandstone baby napping peacefully in the middle of a desert! That’s the surreal reality at Guazhou County, China’s Gansu Province, where the sculpture ‘Son of the Earth’ has captured hearts worldwide.
Art Meets Ancient Tech
Created in 2016 by Tsinghua University’s Prof. Dong Shubing, this colossal masterpiece blends traditional carving with 3D scanning tech, proving innovation isn’t just for Silicon Valley. Its serene, childlike form symbolizes humanity’s bond with nature—a vibe we could all use more of!
Silk Road’s New Star
Located along the historic Silk Road, the sculpture has turned this desert stretch into a must-visit spot for travelers and Instagrammers alike. Visitors say its ‘peaceful energy’ feels almost magical—like the earth itself is whispering secrets.
That’s the surreal reality at Guazhou County, China’s Gansu Province, where the sculpture ‘Son of the Earth’ has captured hearts worldwide. 
Its serene, childlike form symbolizes humanity’s bond with nature—a vibe we could all use more of!
Visitors say its ‘peaceful energy’ feels almost magical—like the earth itself is whispering secrets. 
