Ancient Luoyang: Explore History and Experience Local Life

Luoyang, Henan Luoyang is perfect for family study tours. Henan is a cost-effective travel destination. Luoyang Museum—Longmen Grottoes—Luoyi Ancient Town—Old Street. 🧳Preparation: Book a hotel in advance. We recommend staying near Longmen Grottoes or a subway station or scenic spot in Luoyang. ⏳Itinerary: Day 1: Explore History and Culture - Morning: Arrive in Luoyang and head to Longmen Grottoes. This World Heritage Site is home to exquisite Buddhist sculptures and ancient stone carvings. Start your tour at Xishan Grottoes and visit Qianxi Temple, Binyang Caves, and Wanfo Cave. Then cross Longmen Bridge to Dongshan Grottoes and Xiangshan Temple. - Afternoon: Visit Luoyang Museum. The museum has a rich collection of artifacts from the prehistoric period to the Ming and Qing dynasties, offering a comprehensive overview of Luoyang's history. - Evening: Head to Shizi Street in the old town to try local specialties like bufan soup, beef soup, and water banquet, and experience the local life of the ancient capital. Day 2: Experience the Prosperity of the Sui and Tang Dynasties - Morning: Head to Sui-Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park and visit Yingtian Gate. This magnificent building is the main south gate of the imperial city of Sui-Tang Luoyang City. The multimedia display offers an immersive experience of the prosperity of the Sui and Tang dynasties. - Afternoon: Visit Mingtang and Tiantang in Sui-Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park. Mingtang was the core building of Luoyang City during the reign of Wu Zetian, and Tiantang was where Wu Zetian worshiped Buddha. Enjoy a panoramic view of the park from the top. - Evening: Enjoy the night view of the park. The dazzling lights will take you back to the prosperous Sui and Tang dynasties. Day 3: Experience Nature and Culture - Morning: Head to White Horse Temple, the first ancient temple in China and the first official temple built after Buddhism was introduced to China. The temple has a unique architectural style and an international Buddhist hall area with Thai, Burmese, and Indian-style Buddhist halls. - Afternoon: Head to Laojun Mountain. You can take a cable car to the top to save energy. The mountain is home to beautiful scenery and towering peaks. Enjoy the natural beauty and Taoist culture. Transportation Luoyang has convenient transportation. You can buy a single ticket or use a QR code to take the subway. The city also has a well-developed bus network. You can get an electronic bus card on Alipay or WeChat. The scenic spots are far apart, so taking a taxi is also a good choice. Food Recommendations - Luoyang Water Banquet: A traditional Luoyang dish with 24 courses, including meat and vegetables, with a variety of flavors. - Beef Soup/Lamb Soup: A bowl of hot soup with shredded pancakes in the morning is delicious and warming. - Bufan Soup: A sour and spicy soup with a fresh and delicious taste, one of Luoyang's specialties.