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Longmen Grottoes Travel Guide Attraction: A World Cultural Heritage site and one of China's three major grottoes. Main highlights include the Vairocana Buddha, Binyang Caves, and the Ten Thousand Buddha Caves. Recommended visit time is 3-4 hours. Sui-Tang Luoyang City Ruins Park: Recreates the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty, featuring buildings such as Yingtian Gate and Mingtang Hall. The night light show is worth seeing; it is recommended to visit before dusk. Shizi Street Food Recommendations: 1. Bufan Soup: A Luoyang specialty, Liu Ji Bufan Soup is recommended. 2. Water Banquet: Zhen Butong Restaurant is a century-old establishment. 3. Potstickers: Xiaojie Potstickers are the most famous. 4. Beef Soup: Majieshan Beef Soup Restaurant. 5. Jiangmian Noodles: Many old-brand shops available. Accommodation Recommendations: Budget: Chain hotels like Home Inn, Hanting, prices range from 150-300 RMB. Mid to High-end: Luoyang Grand Hotel, Huayang Plaza International Hotel. Unique Homestays: Many renovated hutong homestays in the old city. Transportation Guide: Airport: Luoyang Beijiao Airport, 10 km from downtown. High-speed Rail: Luoyang Longmen Station, with direct bus to the scenic area. Within the city: Extensive bus routes; take lines 53, 60, 81 between attractions. Taxi: Starting fare 6 RMB, about 30 RMB from downtown to Longmen Grottoes. Suggested Itinerary: Day 1: Morning at Longmen Grottoes, afternoon at Sui-Tang Luoyang City, evening at Shizi Street Night Market. Day 2: White Horse Temple + Luoyang Museum. Best Seasons: Spring and autumn (April-May, September-October). Tickets: Longmen Grottoes 90 RMB, Sui-Tang Luoyang City 120 RMB (including performance).