Discover the Ancient Charm of Luoyang: A Journey Through China's History

I thought Xi'an was beautiful enough until I visited this place… Half of China's history resonates with the ancients!✨ "Wind rises in Luoyang City, flowers bloom in the Tang Dynasty dream" 🌸 In this lifetime, you must visit Luoyang— See the grandeur of the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, Experience the thousand-year-old Longmen Grottoes, And enjoy the dazzling lights of Jiuzhou Pool, reminiscent of the Tang Dynasty. Explore Luoyang, a city steeped in half of China's history, Walk through the streets of this ancient city, Unfold the scroll of history and travel through time, Immerse yourself in the cultural depth of this ancient city and connect with the past. ✅ Recommended Itinerary: Day 1: Luoyang Museum → Longmen Grottoes Day 2: White Horse Temple → Luoyang Ancient City → Lijing Gate → Jiuzhou Pool → Mingtang Heaven → Yingtian Gate ✅ Travel Tips: 1️⃣ Jiuzhou Pool → Mingtang Heaven → Yingtian Gate: This route offers an immersive experience of the Tang Dynasty’s splendor. If you only have one day, this classic route is recommended. Jiuzhou Pool provides the perfect photo spot, and the night tour of Yingtian Gate lets you experience the Tang Dynasty palace scenes. 2️⃣ Luoyang Museum: Visit the museum on your first day to gain a deeper understanding of the city’s historical and cultural background. Discover the history of the thirteen dynasties, Tang Sancai, Han and Tang pottery figurines, stone carvings, jade artifacts, and more. 3️⃣ White Horse Temple: Known as "China's First Ancient Temple," this over 1,900-year-old temple combines elements from China, India, Myanmar, and Thailand, making it highly photogenic and interesting to visit. 4️⃣ Longmen Grottoes: One of the four major grottoes, visiting at night lets you experience the ancient Buddhist light that has been shining for 1,500 years. The grottoes seem to tell their story across the centuries. 5️⃣ Luoyang Ancient City: The city integrates architectural styles from various dynasties. Wearing Hanfu here enhances the experience and makes for beautiful photos. ✅ Accommodation and Transportation: Stay in the old town for proximity to Jiuzhou Pool and Yingtian Gate. During the day, taxis are convenient, while electric scooters are ideal in the cooler evenings for easy travel. ✅ Food Recommendations: For a variety of affordable options, try "Xiaojie Tianfu." Cross-shaped street offers many snacks but is best for evening food explorations. ✅ Tips: 👉 The museum is closed on Mondays, so plan accordingly. 👉 Enter Longmen Grottoes from the northwest service area for closer access to the Great Buddha; otherwise, a sightseeing bus is needed. 👉 Try Luoyang beef soup in the morning and visit Cross Street for snacks in the evening. 👉 Due to hot weather, consider night tours to avoid heatstroke. 👉 During peak season, book tickets or reservations in advance on the official website.