Luoyang

Luoyang is a historic city located in western Henan Province, central China, on the southern bank of the middle reaches of the Yellow River. It borders Zhengzhou to the east. ✈️ Airport, luoyang Or zhengzhou Apt. Luoyang is served by Luoyang Beijiao Airport (LYA), about 10 kilometers north of the city center. It offers domestic flights and some international routes, making the city easily accessible. zhengzhou airport Travel to Luoyang via Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport Most travelers choose to fly to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport (CGO) to visit Luoyang, as it has more flight options and affordable fares.

🏛️ History With a history of over 3,000 years, Luoyang is one of China’s Four Great Ancient Capitals. It served as the capital for 13 dynasties, including the Xia, Shang, Eastern Zhou, Eastern Han, Wei, Western Jin, Northern Wei, Sui, and Tang. It was also known as the “Eastern Capital” during the Tang Dynasty, a major political and cultural hub.

📍 Top Attractions Longmen Grottoes：A UNESCO World Heritage Site (inscribed in 2000), located south of Luoyang. Carved into the cliffs along the Yi River from the Northern Wei to Tang Dynasties, it features over 2,300 caves and 100,000 Buddha statues Shaolin Temple：The birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu, located in Dengfeng (about 70 km from Luoyang). It’s one of China’s most famous Buddhist temples. Tri-Color Glazed Pottery (Tang Sancai)：Luoyang is famous for Tang Sancai, colorful glazed pottery of the Tang Dynasty, especially the tri-color horses—iconic artworks representing ancient Chinese craftsmanship.

Hilton Garden Inn Luoyang, Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO), Shaolin Temple (Dengfeng), Longmen Grottoes, and Tang Sancai Town: Bus Tour: Hilton Garden Inn Luoyang – Longmen Grottoes – Tang Sancai Town – Shaolin Temple – CGO Airport

If you stay at Hilton Garden Inn Luoyang (Kaiyuan Avenue),

1. Pick-up: Hilton Garden Inn → Longmen Grottoes

The hotel is in Luoyang’s CBD, about 8 km / 20 minutes by bus to Longmen Grottoes. The bus departs from the hotel lobby early morning (around 8:00–8:30). Visit the UNESCO site: cliffs with thousands of Buddha statues, including the giant Vairocana Buddha. Stay: 2–3 hours (guided tour included). 2. Longmen Grottoes → Tang Sancai Town

Bus ride: ~30 km / 30 minutes north to Tang Sancai Town (Mengjin). Experience: hands‑on painting of a tri‑color horse, the famous Tang‑dynasty glazed pottery. Stay: 1–1.5 hours (workshop + small museum). 3. Tang Sancai Town → Shaolin Temple (Dengfeng)

Bus ride: ~70 km / 1–1.5 hours to Dengfeng, at the foot of Song Mountain. Visit: Shaolin Temple (the No.1 Zen temple), Pagoda Forest, and enjoy a live Shaolin Kung Fu show. and Music show after dinner. Stay: 2–3 hours (including the martial arts performance). 4. Shaolin Temple → Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport (CGO)

Bus ride: ~100 km / 1.5–2 hours direct to Xinzheng International Airport (CGO). Drop‑off: Terminal 2 for your departure flight.