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Longtan Grand Canyon
A perfect place to escape from the summer heat, Longtan Grand Canyon is located in the north of Xin'an County, Luoyang City, and is full of geological wonders such as the High Gorge Valley and the Water to the Sky. The clear streams and waterfalls splashing from the cliffs can be seen everywhere. It also has activities such as zip lines, rock climbing, and rubber boats.Xin'an · 28.7 km from downtown
The Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs
The Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs is the world's first museum dedicated to ancient tombs. The museum is divided into three main exhibition areas: the historical tombs section, the Northern Wei imperial mausoleums, and the Henan mural gallery. It houses dozens of ancient tomb chambers from various periods in Chinese history, all relocated from their original sites and restored in the underground exhibition area according to their original burial structures. Visitors can closely observe and gain a multi-perspective understanding of the internal environment of ancient tombs, including tomb architecture, unearthed artifacts, tomb murals, brick carvings, and other cultural relics. Historical burial area The historical burial area is located in the eastern part of the museum, divided into above-ground and underground sections, serving as a distinctive and visitor-attracting feature of the museum. The above-ground structure is a complex of Han-style replica buildings, featuring exhibition rooms such as "models of typical tombs from the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties" and "group sculptures depicting imperial funeral processions of the Han dynasty." The underground section houses 25 relocated and restored representative tombs from the Luoyang region, spanning from the Western Han to the Song and Jin dynasties, displaying approx. several hundred cultural relics along with a substantial quantity of murals. The various reconstructed tombs (chambers) in the underground section were all relocated as complete units. The bricks and stones in each tomb were numbered by archaeologists at the original site before being dismantled, then meticulously reassembled here to recreate their original appearance. The tomb chambers are spaced closely together, connected by passageways. You can walk through these corridors and move between chambers from different eras, each showcasing unique architectural styles that reflect an aspect of ancient Chinese architectural artistry. The tomb chambers also display numerous replicas of unearthed artifacts, such as pottery figurines and household utensils from the Northern Wei dynasty, as well as Tang dynasty tri-colored glazed pottery. The chambers further contain epitaphs from the Western Jin, Northern Wei, Tang, and Song dynasties, along with vibrant murals including scenes like exorcism rituals, a lady opening a door, and ascension to immortality—these are regarded as treasures of ancient painting art. Northern Wei imperial tombs Located in the western part of the Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs, this exhibition area features the "Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs - Jingling Mausoleum" of Emperor Xuanwu of the Northern Wei Dynasty as its centerpiece, along with the relocated and restored tombs of Prince Yuan Xun of Qinghe and Prince Yuan Cha of Jiangyang. The burial mound of the Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs - Jingling Mausoleum is circular, with a rammed earth pile over 20 m high. Visitors can walk down the passageway to the center of the burial chamber, where a coffin is placed, though it contains no items. The ceiling of Prince Yuan Xun's tomb is painted with an astronomical chart depicting over 300 stars. This chart, which predates the Dunhuang Star Atlas by approx. 400 years, is an invaluable material for studying ancient Chinese astronomy. Mural museum The Henan mural museum displays authentic tomb murals from multiple dynasties including the Western Han, Eastern Han, Wei-Jin, Tang-Song, and Jin-Yuan periods. These murals feature clear imagery and broad thematic content covering astronomy, geography, human affairs, and deities. The tomb owners range from emperors, concubines, and high-ranking officials to local petty officials and commoners.Luoyang · 25.8 km from Xin'an
Luoyang Museum
The Luoyang Museum was established in 1958 and fully opened to the public on April 16, 2011. It is a comprehensive museum integrating cultural relic collection, exhibition display, and social education. Its collections span the long history of Luoyang as an ancient capital of thirteen dynasties. The main building stands like a giant ding (ritual vessel), symbolizing the "establishment of the capital in Luoyang." Its solemn and majestic facade itself serves as a popular photo backdrop. The large-scale permanent exhibition "Heluo civilization" unfolds along the timeline of prehistoric times, the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties, the Han and Wei dynasties, the Sui and Tang dynasties, and the Five Dynasties and Northern Song period, connecting thousands of years of Luoyang's capital history into a complete viewing experience. The treasure hall on the second floor rotates displays of representative artifacts from the collection, including the Cao Wei white jade cup, the Northern Wei clay Buddha face sculpture, and the vividly expressive Northern Wei painted pottery figurine of two women holding hands, affectionately called the "best friends figurine" by visitors, all worth pausing to admire. In the Tang tri-color ceramics hall, the rare and majestic black-glazed tri-color horse and the massive Eastern Han stone artifacts are equally popular. The palace artifacts hall displays Qing Dynasty imperial artifacts transferred from the Forbidden City, including a golden nanmu wood tower carved from a single log and adorned with gilded miniature Buddhas, exuding royal grandeur. The stone carving hall is rustic and imposing, while the Wang Xiu peony art exhibition brings Luoyang peonies into paintings, each showcasing a unique blend of strength and delicacy. You can start your visit from the "Heluo civilization" exhibition and stone carving hall on the first floor, then proceed to the second floor to explore the treasure hall, Tang tri-color glazed pottery hall, and imperial artifacts hall in detail. The treasure hall features rotating exhibitions, and the specific exhibits are subject to the on-site display. A thorough visit typically takes two to three hours, so it is recommended to allocate sufficient time. Luoyang Museum consistently organizes flexible and diverse temporary exhibitions, continuously providing the public with new cultural offerings. It has introduced exotic-themed exhibitions such as "Civilizations of Qin-Han and Rome," "Norwegian style painting exhibition," "African cultural relics and art exhibition," as well as independently curated large-scale temporary exhibitions like "The starting point of the Silk Road - the Silk Road and Luoyang" and "The hub of the Grand Canal - the Grand Canal and Luoyang," enriching the exhibition content and ensuring visitors always find something new. Adhering to its mission of reaching out, Luoyang Museum has independently or collaboratively held cultural relic exchange exhibitions in over 20 countries and regions, including the United States, France, Japan, South Korea, Italy, Belgium, Sweden, and Australia, generating positive impacts both domestically and internationally. Luoyang Museum adheres to the organic integration of collection preservation, scientific research, and social education for balanced development. Practicing a people-oriented service philosophy, it enhances integration and interaction with society while excelling in exhibition reception and educational promotion. The museum actively recruits volunteers passionate about museum education, establishes cooperative units, and extends its reach to communities, schools, rural areas, and military camps to expand its coverage and influence. Additionally, it hosts monthly traditional culture lectures to disseminate heritage knowledge and cultivate museum audiences, achieving remarkable results. Luoyang Museum boasts a team of professionals with high academic standards. It has published numerous works and collections, with over 1,000 papers and representative publications including: "Han tombs at Shaogou in Luoyang," "Luoyang tri-colored glazed pottery of the Tang dynasty," "Bronze mirrors unearthed in Luoyang," "Han dynasty murals in Luoyang," "A collection of essays commemorating the 40th anniversary of Luoyang Museum," "Cultural treasures of Luoyang," "The charm of Luoyang—highlights of archaeological achievements in the Heluo region," "A history of the ancient capital Luoyang," "Research on Western Zhou bronze ware," "Heluo civilization," and more, all widely recognized by society and academia. In the era of promoting cultural development and prosperity, Luoyang Museum is bound to play an even greater role in the construction of socialist spiritual civilization.Luoyang · 30.7 km from Xin'an
Museums in Luoyang
Ancient Capital Museum Discovery in Luoyang unlocks the origins of Chinese civilization. The Luoyang Museum's exceptional collection, including exquisite Shang-Zhou bronzes and magnificent Tang sancai glazes, tells the sequential story of China's early dynasties. Artifacts are not merely displayed; they are carefully contextualized to illustrate the political, ritual, and artistic advancements of the Central Plains. This visit provides a foundational and visually stunning education, making the abstract concept of "5,000 years of history" concrete, understandable, and profoundly impressive.China · Luoyang
Longmen Grottoes
One of the four major grottoes of China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Longmen Grottoes are a trove of 1000 years of Buddhist art treasures. Bounded by the Yi River, the caverns are divided into two sections at East Hill and West Hill. The caverns at East Hill contain mostly Tang dynasty (618-907) works, while the caverns at West Hill were cut out during the Northern, Sui, and Tang dynasties and contain the carvings that are most representative of the site. The Buddha and bodhisattva sculptures that inhabit the caverns are carved into an endless variety of poses and expressions of mercy and kindness, while the caves themselves lend a stately and dignified atmosphere. The artistry of these sculptures is truly a priceless inheritance of Buddhist art.Luoyang · 37.4 km from Xin'an
Sui And Tang Dynasties Luoyang City Yingtian Gate Site
Yingtianmen is the south gate of Luoyang City Palace City in Sui and Tang Dynasties. It was built in the first year of Daye in Sui Dynasty, that is, in AD 605. It has gone through four periods of Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties and Northern Song Dynasty successively. The Jinbing was burnt and used for 523 years. Yingtianmen was an important place for holding major state celebrations and diplomatic activities at that time. If Yuanzheng, Winter Solstice, Chenle, banquets, pardoning sins, removing the old and clothing the new, when the tributary messengers of all countries, the guests of the four barbarians and other important celebrations, the emperors all came to listen to the government. Similar to the current Beijing Meridian Gate. This city gate has witnessed the prosperity of the dynasty when Emperor Yang Guang of Sui Dynasty entered the Eastern Capital, Emperor Gaozong of Tang Dynasty released King Fuyu of Baekje, the queen ascended the throne and became emperor, and Emperor Xuanzong of Tang received the eighth envoy from Japan to the Tang Dynasty. Every Shangyuan Festival, Yingtianmen Square will also hold a grand Baixi performance. When it is grand, the performance team will stretch from here to the main south gate of Guocheng, which is 4 kilometers away. Yingtianmen has different names in different periods: it was built in the early Sui Dynasty, according to the "Analects of Confucius", "Only the sky is the greatest, only Yao is the rule", taking the meaning of "taking the sky as the rule", so it is called "Zetianmen"; the first year of Tang Shenlong 705 During the reign of Emperor Zhongzong Li Xian of Tang Dynasty, after avoiding Wu, he was honored as "The Great Sage Emperor Zetian" and renamed Yingtianmen. During the Kaiyuan period of Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty, this building was renamed Wufeng Building, and Wufeng Building was used until the Five Dynasties and Northern Song Dynasty. At the end of the Northern Song Dynasty, Jinbing invaded the Central Plains, Luoyang became a battlefield and was severely damaged. Jinbing burned down the building. The city of Luoyang in the Sui and Tang Dynasties, which was prosperous for more than 530 years, gradually faded out of people's sight. Yingtianmen is one of the buildings that can show identity and status in the Chinese etiquette system. "Yuan·Henan Chronicle" records: the main gate of the palace city is called Zetianmen, the gate has two views, the upper one is called Ziwei microscopic, the left and right are connected with the ques, and the ques are 120 feet high. Calculated at 29.4 centimeters per foot in the Tang Dynasty, equivalent to about 36 meters today, this magnificent tower is almost twelve or three stories high today. The Tang Dynasty poet Bai Juyi once looked south on Yingtianmen and wrote a poem: "Longmen Cui Dai Mei is opposite, Yishui Golden Line is a line". From Yingtianmen, you can see Longmen Yique, which is 15 kilometers away, showing the majesty of Yingtianmen.Luoyang · 30.5 km from Xin'an
Sui and Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park
Sui and Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park, located in the heart of Luoyang, was the core area of the imperial city ruins from the Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, and Song periods. Divided into four entrances (east, west, south, and north), this heritage park preserves the complete imperial palace from Empress Wu Zetian's reign - the very site where China's only female emperor held her coronation ceremony.MingtangAncient Chinese architectural marvel - the 120m-high Heavenly Palace. Sui and Tang Dynasties Luoyang City National Heritage ParkOriginally built in 605 AD during Emperor Yang of Sui's reign and flourishing in the Tang Dynasty—especially under Empress Wu Zetian's rule—this site boasts over 1,400 years of profound historical and cultural significance. It once served as the central hub of China's Grand Canal during the Sui Dynasty, the eastern starting point of the Silk Road, and featured the well-developed Luonan Li-Fang urban system, a magnificent central city axis, and numerous renowned scholar gardens.Luoyang · 30.5 km from Xin'an
Jing Zi Scenic Mountains
Jingzi Mountain is a famous Taoist mountain with relics such as the Temple of Heaven and the Foundry of the Tripod. The main peak, Tiantan Peak, is 829 meters above sea level. It faces the Yellow River to the north and is a scenic spot for viewing the scenery on both sides of the Xiaolangdi of the Yellow River. Its "Jingzi Shenglan" is listed as the first of the eight major scenic spots in Xin'an. It is named because there are many thorn trees on the mountain and purple flowers all over the mountain; it is said that gold is produced at the northern foot, so it is also called Jinzi Mountain. There is the Jade Emperor Pavilion on the top of the mountain, which is an octagonal pavilion-style building, and there is a stele "Record of the Reconstruction of the Jade Emperor Temple" in the fifth year of Zhengde in the Ming Dynasty. On the east side of it are the ruins of the Zhenwu Hall and six broken steles, which are the steles of the reconstruction of the hall in the Ming Dynasty. At the foot of the south mountain, there is the Tongxian Temple, which was built in the Song and Yuan Dynasties and has been restored. The temple is majestic and magnificent. The temple fair on the third day of the third lunar month every year is unprecedented, affecting the surrounding two provinces and four counties and cities. On the north side of the mountain, halfway up the mountain, there is a peach garden, about two miles wide and eight miles long. In early spring in February, the mountains are still covered with snow, but the peach blossoms at the foot of the mountain have already bloomed. The peach garden is a wonderful place. On the north side of the main peak, from the ridge down, there are nine mountains of varying lengths, extending to the bank of the Yellow River, just like nine dragons. They lie on the mountain and stretch their heads into the water, as if playing, like nine dragons, very lifelike, and so called "Nine Dragons Playing in Water". Jingzi Shenglan, Nine Dragons Playing in Water, Shiping Diecui, Jingshan Red Leaves, Guanlang Chunqing, Langyuan Peony, Pasture Horse Ancient Land, and Peach Garden Spring Scenery together create the eight major scenes of Jingzi Fairy Mountain.Xin'an · 32.7 km from downtown
Mingtang And Tiantang
The Luoyang national ruins park of the Sui and Tang dynasties was the core area of the imperial city ruins from the Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, and Song periods. The most famous attraction here is the Mingtang and Tiantang from Wu Zetian's era.Mingtang and tiantangLocated atOn the central axis of Mingtang and Tiantang in LuoyangIt is the main hall of the palace and the important venue where Emperor Gaozong of Tang and Wu Zetian unified the country and governed the state. The prototype of the towering pagoda in the 2013 film "Detective Dee: The Mystery of the Phantom Flame" directed by Tsui Hark is located here. The heaven hall has five exterior floors and nine interior floors, symbolizing the supreme status of the emperor. Visitors can take the elevator directly to the ninth floor to enjoy a panoramic view of Luoyang, with the night view being particularly unmissable. Other floors also feature various sizes of Buddha statues and murals, offering insights into the profound Buddhist culture.Luoyang · 30.4 km from Xin'an
Luoyi Ancient City
The ancient city of Luoyang is located in the old town of Luoyang. It is an ancient city and has many historical sites. "Luoyi" is the old name of ancient times in Luoyang. After the ancient capital of the 13th Dynasty, there proves Chinese culture. Walking in the ancient city of Luoyang, the city walls, ancient courtyards, old trees, these scenery is worthy to visit. The ruins of Wenfeng Tower, Confucian Temple and Tuoling Palace reflect the profound historical and cultural heritage of Luoyang.Luoyang · 32.7 km from Xin'an
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The Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs
Luoyang · 25.8 km from Xin'anLuoyang Museum
Luoyang · 30.7 km from Xin'anLuoyi Ancient City
Luoyang · 32.7 km from Xin'an
China National Flower Garden
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Sui and Tang Dynasty Town Botanic Gardens
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What travelers say about Xin'an
PIPIRATSeptember 23, 2026
4.0
The scenery is beautiful, and the local shopkeepers outside the scenic area are very friendly and welcoming without pressuring you to buy anything. Prices are also very reasonable. However, there are many mountain paths, so hiking is not recommended for elderly people with mobility issues.
Longtan Grand Canyon
M36***24October 8, 2026
5.0
Teacher Meng's explanations were exceptionally good, making the visit very rewarding. However, the children in the group were extremely noisy, rolling around on the ground, and despite Teacher Meng's repeated reminders, it was no use. The parents also ignored it, which was quite frustrating. Kudos to Teacher Meng again; she is incredibly dedicated!
The Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tombs
M25***53October 19, 2026
5.0
There was a slight unpleasantness with the merchant's customer service when making the reservation, as I had booked a guided tour of the Longmen Grottoes, but the merchant's page description was incorrect and I requested a refund, which they refused. I only got a refund after contacting the platform's customer service. Because of this unpleasant experience, I didn't have high expectations for the tour. However, once inside the museum, Mr. Pei's explanation was truly dedicated, and he was a very kind person; it was clear he genuinely loved the experience. Special praise! 👍 He made up for the merchant's shortcomings! 👍
Luoyang Museum
XbcsupremeloverOctober 26, 2026
5.0
Xiao Jiang from Elephant Travel explained things very carefully and attentively. It's clear he has a solid foundation and a wealth of knowledge about traditional culture. He explained things in great detail and with great patience! He also managed the time perfectly, taking excellent care of the tourists and being very considerate. He was also very helpful in taking photos for us. A very good experience! I feel I need to go back to the Longmen Grottoes again; I couldn't get enough!
Longmen Grottoes
Anonymous userOctober 25, 2026
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The service staff were very enthusiastic and had a great attitude. They called ahead to confirm the license plate number and arranged for free parking. They proactively helped us with our luggage, carrying it up the steps and to our room. They were also prompt in responding to any requests. Thumbs up! The room wasn't very soundproof, and it was a bit noisy at night.
Sui And Tang Dynasties Luoyang City Yingtian Gate Site
陌染MMOctober 17, 2026
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The ruins of Luoyang City during the Sui and Tang Dynasties are located in the suburbs of Luoyang City. Construction began during the reign of Emperor Yang of Sui, and its layout was modeled after the Sui Dynasty's Daxing City. At that time, it was known as the Eastern Capital or Tokyo. It served through the Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, and Northern Song Dynasties, lasting for over 500 years, acting as the Eastern Capital of the Sui and Tang Dynasties and the Western Capital of the Northern Song Dynasty. During the reign of Emperor Yang of Sui, the palace city, imperial city, and outer city were built successively. Five wards were established south of the outer city, and three more were opened to the northeast. In the second year of the Qianfeng era of Emperor Gaozong of Tang (667 AD), the Yang Palace was built southwest of the imperial city.
Sui and Tang Luoyang City National Heritage Park
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Jingzishan Mountain in Xin'an District, Luoyang, stands on the banks of the Yellow River, a picturesque scene within the Dai Meishan World Geopark. "Jingzishan Mountain with its misty peaks" is ranked first among the eight scenic spots of Xin'an, where clouds and mist drift over the mountains, creating an ethereal atmosphere. Climbing to the summit of Tiantan Peak, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the magnificent Yellow River and Wanshan Lake, with the naturally formed "Nine Dragons Playing in the Water" landform, a breathtaking vista of the vast landscape.
Jing Zi Scenic Mountains
Natalia Valenzuela ubinaOctober 18, 2026
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A wonderful place to visit at night! It’s much quieter than Yingtianmen, making it a perfect spot to enjoy the atmosphere without the crowds.It’s also the ideal place for a photoshoot, which is exactly what I did!I was lucky enough to catch a live performance during my visit, which made the experience even more special.Definitely worth visiting!
Mingtang And Tiantang
Soh Kien PengSeptember 23, 2026
5.0
From Yuntaishan, we boarded a bus bound for Luoyang. The journey was long — more than four hours on the road. We left at 2:30 pm and only arrived close to 7:00 pm, which meant our first day in Luoyang was largely consumed by travel. That evening, drained from the ride, I managed only a brief visit to Yingtianmen, illuminated against the night sky.The following day was devoted entirely to two of Luoyang’s most iconic sites: the Longmen Grottoes and the White Horse Temple. After exploring the temple, we caught bus no. 58 directly to Luoyi Ancient City. By then, the hours of walking through grottoes and temple grounds had left us physically exhausted. Still, the ancient city welcomed us with free admission and a promise of cultural immersion.Dinner was taken at a basement food court along Minzhu Street. By the time we finished, night had fallen, and Luoyi Ancient City had transformed. The streets glittered with lanterns, music pulsed through the air, and the atmosphere was electric. Crowds gathered near the lake to watch 天女散花 — the “Fairy Scattering Flowers” dance performance — though we chose not to linger.Luoyi Ancient City (洛邑古城) remains one of China’s most authentic living historic districts. Here, 3,000 years of dynastic history — from the Zhou to the Ming — can still be felt in its preserved city walls, pagodas, canals, and performances. It is not simply a relic of the past, but a vibrant cultural stage where history and daily life coexist.
Luoyi Ancient City
