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“Whose jade flute flies with a hidden sound, scattering into the spring breeze throughout Luoyang city.” Come to the divine capital of Luoyang, a city that will captivate you at first glance.🏮 Finally, I've met Li Bai's prosperous Tang Dynasty. As an ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, traditional Chinese clothing (hanfu) is the most common attire here. After spending three days and two nights, it felt like a thousand-year-old dream. 🚴Transportation Recommendations ✈️Luoyang Beijiao Airport: This is the only airport, and it's quite remote with limited direct flights. 🚄Luoyang Longmen Railway Station: Choose this station for high-speed rail. 🚂Luoyang Railway Station: Choose this station for regular trains. 🚶Getting Around the City 🚌Bus: Prone to traffic jams near attractions, which can impact your sightseeing time. 🚇Subway: Starting from 2 RMB, avoids traffic, and ensures timely arrival. 🚗Self-driving: Parking can be difficult during peak season, and traffic jams are common in the evenings. 🚕Taxi: Starting from 8 RMB, but ride-hailing apps are generally more cost-effective. 🚴Shared bikes: Recommended for distances within 3 km, offering greater convenience. 🌟Recommended Attractions 1️⃣Longmen Grottoes A World Cultural Heritage site and one of China's three major grottoes. The evening lights make it feel like traveling through a millennium. Tickets: 90 RMB, students, teachers, minors: 45 RMB Opening hours: 8 am–6 pm 2️⃣Luoyi Ancient City A picturesque ancient city, a must-visit in Luoyang for stunning photos. Tickets: Free Opening hours: 9 am–9 pm - 3️⃣White Horse Temple A temple with Buddhist halls from China, India, Myanmar, and Thailand. Experience exotic architecture without leaving the country. Tickets: 35 RMB, students: 17.5 RMB Opening hours: 8 am–5 pm - 4️⃣Luoyang Museum A must-see for history buffs. Tri-color glazed pottery from the Tang Dynasty, bronze ware from the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties, terracotta figures from the Northern Wei Dynasty, and more. Engage in a dialogue that spans millennia. Tickets: Reserve in advance via the official WeChat account Opening hours: 9 am–5 pm (Closed on Mondays) - 5️⃣Sui and Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park The evening light show at Yingtian Gate and the immersive exhibition inside the Paradise Mingtang Hall are also perfect for hanfu photoshoots. Tickets: Yingtian Gate + Jiuzhou Pond + Paradise Mingtang Hall: 138 RMB Opening hours: 9 am–9 pm Showtimes: See 🅿️8, 9, 10 Tang Palace Night Banquet, The Ode to Luoshen, The Way of Heaven's Gate; these are separate charges. Choose based on your time and preferences. The Tang Palace Night Banquet and The Ode to Luoshen are recommended. 🍚Food Recommendations (No Ads) Luoyang Water Banquet (Recommended dishes: Peony Yandai, Continuous Soup Meat Slices, Deep-fried Meatballs) Recommended restaurants for the Water Banquet: Zhen Bu Tong Restaurant (Intangible Cultural Heritage), Guan Ji Water Banquet (Popular with locals) The first beef soup restaurant on Longlin Road Zhao Ji Sweet and Savory Beef Soup Noodle Soup Fried Dumplings ❗️Suggested Itinerary Longmen Grottoes➡️Luoyi Ancient City➡️Walk to Shizi Street to enjoy Luoyang Water Banquet➡️Stay at a nearby budget-friendly hotel➡️Wake up early to try the two recommended beef soup restaurants nearby➡️White Horse Temple➡️Luoyang Museum➡️Sui and Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park➡️Explore the snacks on Luopu Road nearby. 🍃Luoyang is a city to be savored slowly. If you're planning a trip, set aside about 3 days to experience the charm of this divine capital.