Luoyang Museum: This modern museum holds over 170,000 cultural relics, covering 5,000 years of Chinese history. Highlights include exquisite bronze vessels from the Shang and Zhou dynasties, colourful Tang sancai ceramics, and fine calligraphy works. The museum’s layout takes you on a journey through the dynasties, offering a concise yet immersive overview of Luoyang’s role as a capital for thirteen different dynasties. It’s a must-visit for anyone wanting to understand China’s ancient civilisation.

Longmen Grottoes: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Longmen Grottoes stretch along both banks of the Yi River, featuring more than 100,000 Buddha statues and over 2,000 caves carved into limestone cliffs. Dating from the 5th to the 12th centuries, the site displays extraordinary artistry, from massive seated Buddhas to delicate miniature carvings. As sunlight shifts during the day, the statues’ expressions seem to change, offering a mesmerising spiritual and visual experience.

Luoyi Old Town: Step into a lively reconstruction of Luoyang’s historic city centre, designed to evoke the grandeur of the Sui and Tang dynasties. The streets are lined with traditional-style buildings housing tea houses, artisan workshops, and local snack vendors. Performances and street scenes bring the ancient capital to life, while lanterns and colourful banners add charm in the evening. It’s the perfect place to relax, shop for souvenirs, and enjoy local flavours before heading back.