Luoyang Travel Guide

Situated on the western part of center China’s Henan Province, Luoyang was one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China. It leans on Qinling Mountains to the west, neighbors Mt. Songshan to the east and borders Taihang Mountains to the north. Covering an area of 15, 230 square kilometers, Luoyang has a total population of 6. 8million.

Served as the capital cities for nine dynasties, Luoyang is undoubtedly the cradle of Chinese civilization. In 770BC, Luoyang became the capital city of Eastern Zhou Dynasty for the first time. The opening of the Grand Canal in 604BC made Luoyang the traffic hub for both land and water transport. Luoyang up to its peak after Wu Zetian move the capital to this area and reveals its political, economic, cultural and religious significance of this period.
 

Luoyang Attractions

As one the oldest cities and the cultural center of China, Luoyang boasts of its historical heritages, religious remains as well as natural landscapes. Longmen Grottoes will amaze you through grandiose caves filled with immense Buddhas decorated with intricate designs. As the birthland of Chinese Buddhism, White Horse Temple will tell you a story of a white horse carried Buddhist Scriptures and Sculptures to China. Known as national beauty and heavenly fragrance, peonies are blooming in a riot of color in the National Peony Garden.

More Luoyang Attractions: Luoyang Museum, Guanlin Temple, Guanlin Temple, Luoyang Tomb Museum, Baiyuan Park, Biayun Mountain, etc.
 

Luoyang Transportation

Luoyang located where the Jiaoliu (north-south) and Longhai (east-west) railway joints, so it’s easy to go to other cities from Luoyang by train. City bus is convenient for in-city transportation and some of them will take you to some attractions. More Luoyang Transportation>>
 

Luoyang Weather

Lies on the west part of Henan, Luoyang belongs to the north temperate continental climate zone and has four distinct seasons. Fall is the best time also the high season to visit Luoyang for its cool temperature and fresh air, while from April to May is another high season to view and admire peonies. More Luoyang Weather>>
 

Luoyang Food

With a long history of being the ancient capital of nine dynasties, dining culture has been developed for thousands of years in Luoyang. There are various local foods ranging from imperial dishes to folk snacks that are popular among tourists. Soup plays an important role in Luoyang cuisine.

Recommended Luoyang Food: Hula Soup, Brewis, Bufan Soup, Luoyang Water Banquet, Paste Noodle, Jiang Miantiao, Tian Mian Jiao, Zhangji Roast Chicken, Liyu Yue Long Men, etc.
 

Luoyang Restaurants

Offering various dishes and snacks, Luoyang is no doubt a famous food city in the world. A preparation of these famed delicacies and outstanding restaurants can make your trip more comfortable and convenient.

Top Luoyang Restaurants: Zhenbutong Restaurant, Yaxianglou Restaurant, Donglaishun Restaurant, Baxiangong Restaurant, Spr Coffee, etc.
 

Luoyang Shopping

The highly prosperity of Luoyang in ancient times has left this city of many ancient buildings as well as a series of handcrafts and local products. As one of the "Three Superiors of Luoyang", Peony is the most gorgeous flower and reputed as the symbol of Luoyang both home and abroad. More Luoyang Shopping>>

Shopping List: Tang Tri-colored glazed pottery, The Palace Lantern, Luoyang Embroidery, paper cutting, Cloth Tiger, etc.
 

Luoyang Nightlife

The night view of Luoyang is also enjoyable, thousands of colorful lamps are lit along the streets, on the squares in the city center and on the bridges over the Luohe River traversing the city. As one of the ancient capitals in China, Luoyang has some excellent performance such as He Luo Feng which shows the profound culture of the city. Furthermore, there are also plenty of bars, clubs KTV (Karaoke Pubs) and beauty salons satisfy young people. More Luoyang Nightlife>>