[2025 Luoyang Attraction] Travel Guide for Erlitou Site Museum of The Xia Capital (Updated Jun)

A five-day in-depth tour of Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, and Luoyang in Henan Province, where history and beauty intertwine. This is a trip to Central China that you won't want to miss! Come and experience the charm of this ancient land! -------------------- 🗺️Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Zhengzhou, private transfer from the airport/station, free time, overnight stay in Zhengzhou. Upon arrival in Zhengzhou, enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. Afterwards, you'll have free time to explore the unique charm of Zhengzhou. Day 2: Kaifeng City Wall -> "Micro Dream · Daliang Gate" show at Kaifeng City Wall -> Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden -> Bookstore Street -> Drum Tower Night Market Walk along the ancient city wall of Kaifeng, watch the "Micro Dream · Daliang Gate" show, visit the Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden, stroll down Bookstore Street, and savor the delicacies at the Drum Tower Night Market in the evening. Day 3: Shaolin Temple -> Pagoda Forest -> Shaolin Kung Fu Performance -> Erlitou Xia Dynasty Ruins Museum -> Yingtian Gate Ruins of Sui and Tang Luoyang City -> Paradise Mingtang Scenic Area in Sui and Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park Visit the Shaolin Temple and Pagoda Forest, and enjoy a spectacular Shaolin Kung Fu performance. Afterwards, head to the Erlitou Xia Dynasty Ruins Museum, then visit the ruins of Sui and Tang Luoyang City, and experience the splendor of the ancient capital. Day 4: Guanlin Temple -> Longmen Grottoes -> Lushena Buddha -> Lijing Gate Scenic Area -> Luoyang Old Street Visit Guanlin Temple, and see the magnificent Longmen Grottoes and Lushena Buddha. Afterwards, explore the Lijing Gate Scenic Area, stroll along Luoyang Old Street, and experience the charm of the ancient capital. Day 5: Luoyang Museum/Congzhengfang Garden, transfer to the airport/station On the last day, visit the Luoyang Museum or Congzhengfang Garden, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of Luoyang. Conclude your pleasant Henan tour with a private transfer to the airport/station for your journey home! -------------------- Must-See Attractions: - 🗿 Longmen Grottoes: A treasure trove of art spanning millennia, with exquisite and awe-inspiring Buddha statues! - 🎐 Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden: Experience the joy of the Song Dynasty with every step, and explore the splendid ancient architecture and folk performances! - 🥋 Shaolin Temple: The ancestral home of Zen Buddhism and the birthplace of martial arts, where you can practice martial arts and pray for blessings. Definitely worth a visit! -------------------- Things to Prepare Before Your Trip: 👚 Clothing: The temperature in Henan in February is moderate. It is recommended to bring warm clothing such as down jackets and sweaters, as well as light and comfortable casual wear. 🎒 Accessories: Don't forget hats, scarves, and gloves. Comfortable athletic shoes and sunglasses are also essential, as the reflection of snow can be harmful to your eyes. 🆔 Documents: Remember to bring your ID card, student ID, and other necessary documents for ticket purchases and discounts at scenic spots. 🔋 Electronic Devices: Fully charge your phone and camera, and bring a power bank to capture every moment without regret. 💊 Medicine: Bring cold and stomach medicine with you just in case. Staying healthy is crucial for a pleasant trip. 🧴 Toiletries: Don't forget your skincare and toiletries. Staying refreshed will enhance your travel experience. 🎒 Other: Bring a backpack with a water bottle and tissues. Pay attention to the small details during your trip. -------------------- Henan Tour: Explore Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, and Luoyang, and enjoy a double delight of history, culture, and cuisine. We look forward to your visit! ✨

- Turquoise Dragon: Unearthed from a high-ranking noble tomb at the Erlitou site, it is made up of more than 2,000 pieces of turquoise in various shapes. It is exquisitely made and is a rare treasure among early Chinese dragon-shaped artifacts. - Bronze Plaque with Turquoise Inlay and Animal Mask Design: The body of the plaque is cast in bronze with a main frame, with rounded corners and a slightly concave waist shape, and symmetrical rings on both sides. Hundreds of pieces of turquoise are inlaid to form an animal mask design. The craftsmanship is exquisite, and the pieces fit together perfectly. Despite being three to four thousand years old, none of the pieces have come loose or fallen off. - Bronze Jue with Boss Design: The long spout and pointed tail are elegant and graceful, with an exaggerated and slender shape that is extremely beautiful. It is one of the earliest bronze artifacts discovered in China and is known as the "First Jue of China." - Jade Knife with Seven Holes: The largest jade artifact unearthed at the Erlitou site to date, it is a rare jade treasure. - Bronze Ding with Grid Design: The earliest bronze ding discovered in China to date. The appearance of the Erlitou bronze ding is a symbol of the emergence of royal rituals. - Bone Monkey: 2.2 cm high and 0.75–0.95 cm wide. Made from animal bones, it is polished all over, exquisitely crafted, and lifelike. - Jade Zhang with Dragon Design: The entire piece is composed of a body, handle, and flange, with a beautiful shape, large size, and grand momentum.

The Erlitou Xia Capital Ruins Museum is a ruins museum that displays the culture of the Xia Dynasty, the first dynasty of my country. It is a national first-class museum and an important place for the research and development of Xia culture and early China. The basic displays consist of "The First Dynasty", "Major National Events", "Establishment of Central Asia", "Looking Back at Dadu", "The People of the Land", "Majestic China", and "Century of Exploration". The museum houses first-class precious cultural relics such as bone monkeys, seven-hole jade knives, bronze plaques inlaid with turquoise animal faces, bronze tripods with grid patterns, and bronze jugs with nipple patterns. Archaeological exploration of the Erlitou site is of great significance to China's earliest dynasty, the Xia Dynasty civilization. The Erlitou culture can be called the "earliest China." 📍Address of scenic spot: No. 1, Zhenxun Avenue, Yanshi District, Luoyang City 🚗Transportation to scenic spot: Direct bus from the railway station to the Xiadu Museum 👍Must-see boutiques: China's first bronze jue, turquoise jade plaque, China's first dragon [PushGlasses] Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 🎟️Ticket related: Free visit requires advance reservation 💗Other tips: Behind the museum is the Erlitou Ruins Park, which can be visited together

#traveldiaries Was China's first recorded dynasty, the Xia (C.2070-C.1600BC), actually real? Although ancient histories recorded its existence, a lack of hard archeological evidence lead to divided opinions among scholars around the world. Discovered in 1959 by historian Xu Xusheng, the Erlitou Ruins in Luoyang, Central China's Henan Province, are about 3,500 to 3,800 years old, dating them to the time period of the late Xia or early Shang Dynasty (C.1600-1046BC). The current predominant theory among Chinese archaeologists is that the site was a capital city during the middle to late Xia Dynasty. Over the past 60 years, archaeologists have excavated more than 10,000 items from the 40,000-square-meter site. These have served as highly valuable resources for crucial academic studies on topics such as the beginning of Chinese civilization and the rise of kingships in ancient China. Erlitou museum was opened in 2019 during the 69th anniversary its discovery. The popular display includes a replica of the Turquoise-inlaid Dragon-shaped Bronze Object, which the public has dubbed a "super national treasure." As well as the turquoise inlaid bronze plate. Highly recommend for people who are interested in China ancient history and archaeology! #chinatrip #luoyang #museum

"Erlitou Xia Capital Site Museum" I would like to call it the ceiling of Luoyang Museum Check in Luoyang, Henan Come and see the earliest China Blue sky, white clouds, ancient art The first thing you see when you get off the car is amazing Like a comic scene One second is like a painting, dreaming into Hayao Miyazaki. Few people, beautiful scenery, you can stroll around Ran to the turquoise of the net map Seeing the "Inlaid Turquoise Beast Face Copper Plate Decoration" Just sigh It is the earliest China, and it is a beautiful work of art🖼️ Tour small tips: 🧭Navigation: Erlitou Xia Capital Site Museum 🚌Route: Bus 807 direct Must-see cultural relics in the collection: 1. Nipple pattern bronze jue 2. Bone monkey that needs to be seen with a magnifying glass 3. Seven-hole jade knife 4. Inlaid turquoise beast face copper pattern plate decoration 5. Turquoise dragon-shaped device 6. Grid pattern bronze tripod

#tripblazers #henan #luoyang If you’re looking for real aincent history, and a beautiful museum to house it in, look no further than the Erlitou archeological site in Henan. Discovered in 1959, the relics of this site date back to the Bronze Age, 3500 years ago. What most surprised us about this beautiful museum dedicated to the site was the intricate craftsmanship of some of the items displayed including jade masks and carved wine jugs. Absolutely worth a visit if you are history buffs like us!