Deeply unlock the splendor and worldly life of Luoyang

A time-space roaming in the ancient capital of 13 dynasties | Deeply unlock the splendor and worldly fireworks of Luoyang Luoyang is a city that has shone for five thousand years in the long river of history. The sedimentation of the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties has made every brick and tile imbued with the code of civilization. This is not only the fantasy stage of "Wind from Luoyang", but also the eastern starting point of the Silk Road. This guide will take you through thousands of years of time, allowing you to understand the spirit of the prosperous Tang Dynasty by gazing at the grotto statues, encounter oriental aesthetics in the sea of ​​peony flowers, and taste the Central Plains on your tongue in the alleys of the old city. 1. The Folding Point of Time and Space: A Luoyang Imprint You Can’t Miss 1. Longmen Grottoes: Stone-carved version of "National Treasure" Must-see highlights: The smile of the Vairocana Buddha is known as the "Mona Lisa of the East", and the Tang Dynasty prescription stele in the Prescription Cave of the Xishan Grottoes contains ancient medical wisdom. Tips for secret places: Go to Xiangshan Temple in the evening to watch the sunset over the Yi River cast a gilded halo on the grottoes. The ruins of Ludaofang, where Bai Juyi lived in seclusion in his later years, are waiting for soulmates. 🎫Ticket: 90 yuan (Xishan + Dongshan + Xiangshan Temple + Baiyuan combined ticket) 🚌Transportation: Take Metro Line 2 to Longmen High-speed Railway Station and transfer to the scenic area shuttle bus 2. Luoyang Museum: A three-dimensional history of Central Plains civilization The museum’s treasures include the warm and translucent white jade cup from the Cao Wei dynasty, the rare glaze color of the Tang dynasty tri-color black-glazed horse, and the “eternal smile” of the clay Buddha sculpture from the Yongning Temple. 📍Hidden gameplay: The "Qi Ning Wei Yong" special exhibition on the second floor restores the ruins of the Yongning Temple pagoda base of the Northern Wei Dynasty. With AR glasses, you can travel back to the Buddhist splendor of 1,500 years ago. 3. Night Tour of Yingtian Gate: Unlocking the Prosperous Tang Dynasty Metaverse The 3D light show at 8pm every Friday/Saturday turns the tower into a giant painting. Climbing up the tower and seeing the Mingtang Heaven in the same frame makes it feel like the Queen's coronation ceremony. 💡Strategy: Make an appointment in advance for the "Tang Palace Music Banquet" immersive performance, where you can change your clothes and follow the NPC to complete the story mission. II. The Twelve Hours of the Divine Capital: Aesthetics of Life Interwoven with the Past and the Present 🌅Chenshi·The streets and rivers in the morning light Guide to drinking soup on Longlin Road: beef soup with fried meatballs (Ma Jieshan), donkey meat soup with fried dough sticks (Chen Ji). Locals pay attention to "adding soup three times without changing the bowl". 📍Recommendation: Nanguan small bowl of beef soup (24-hour late-night canteen) 🌇Shenshi·Intangible Cultural Heritage Handmade Experience Tang Sancai Workshop (Chaoyang Town, Mengjin County): glaze the plain body by hand and burn the exclusive "Tang Dynasty figures". Luoyang Shovel Forging (Dongjiao Lijia Blacksmith Shop): Learn about the production process of archaeological artifacts and customize miniature cultural and creative shovels. 🌃Night Banquet at Luoshui River at Haishi Xigong Street Night Market: Try the hot noodles with starchy fillings, paired with Haibi soda, a classic combination for locals. Hanfu Parade in Luoyi Ancient City: Get professional makeup and styling for only RMB 100, walk under the Wenfeng Tower with a lantern, and you will be like a character in "Dream of Splendor" in minutes. 3. Poems for the Four Seasons 🌺Peony season (April-May) Wangcheng Park: The century-old peonies collide with the Zhou culture theme park, and the nighttime flower viewing is a unique experience. National Peony Garden: Rare varieties such as "Silver Thread Penetrating the Top" and "Blue Dragon Lying in the Ink Pool" bloom here. ❄️Winter Snow Secret Land Laojun Mountain: The sea of ​​clouds after the snow + the Golden Summit Taoist temple complex can be called the real-life version of "A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains". Longmen Hot Spring: Soak in the same Fengxiang Hot Spring as the emperor while snowflakes are falling, and experience the twin worlds of ice and fire. 4. In-depth gameplay that only locals understand 1. Mangshan Ancient Tomb Research Institute Visit the world's largest ancient tomb museum and enter the Western Han Dynasty mural tomb that was relocated from its original site. The mural of fighting ghosts at the end of the tomb passage contains the code of the Han Dynasty's view of life and death. 2. Chanhe District Hui Nationality Old Street Walk into Dongguan Street, taste the tender roasted lamb ribs at the time-honored "Mapo BBQ" next to the mosque, and listen to the elders telling stories of the Silk Road caravans in Heluo dialect. 3. Sui and Tang Grand Canal Cultural Park Climb up to the ruins of Xintan Wharf and use AR technology to restore the grand scene of canal transportation with thousands of ships competing. In the evening, take a cruise along the Luo River to watch the light and shadow show on both sides of the river. 5. Useful Information Database 🚗Transportation Metro Line 1/2 covers major attractions, and shared electric vehicles are suitable for short-distance travel It is recommended to rent a car to visit cross-county attractions (Laojun Mountain/Baiyun Mountain is about 2 hours by car) 🏨Accommodation The best choice for history lovers: Yingtianmen Atour Hotel (you can see the Heaven Hall when you open the window) Literary Youth: Jiujianfang B&B (renovation of the old city courtyard house, providing Hanfu makeup) 📆Itinerary Reference Three-day Cultural Classic: Longmen Grottoes + Museum/Ancient Tomb Museum + White Horse Temple + Luoyi Ancient City In-depth five-day tour: Laojun Mountain + Sui and Tang Dynasty Ruins Park + Erlitou Xia Capital Ruins Museum The charm of Luoyang lies in the fact that it is not only the powerful imperial capital described in "Zizhi Tongjian", but also the bustling world of hotpot restaurants in the early morning. When you touch the wheel tracks from the Tang Dynasty at the Dingdingmen Ruins and take a bite of the scalding soup at the Shizijie Night Market, this city is no longer a name in history books, but a cultural gene flowing in your blood. The story of the capital city is waiting for you to write a new chapter. 📌Special reminder During the 2024 Peony Culture Festival (4.55.5), a reservation system will be implemented for the scenic spot. It is recommended to make a reservation on the official WeChat account of "Enjoy Luoyang" 7 days in advance to make visiting during off-peak hours more comfortable.