Luoyang Museum

The Luoyang Museum, on the second floor, features a special exhibition hall dedicated to Tang Sancai ceramics, brimming with various exquisite pieces. There are numerous figurines of people, as well as camels and horses, all finely crafted with meticulous attention to detail and beauty. The exhibition includes imaginative winged tomb-guarding creatures... There are also various types of warrior and heavenly king figurines, as well as beautifully made tricolored pots, plates, and cups. Many of the shapes are unlike anything seen before...

Luoyang Museum Reservation Visit Guide with Stamp Collection Nanny-level Strategy ✅Shan Nan Shui Bei is called Yang. North of the Luo River and south of Mang Mountain, situated at the heart of the world, is Luoyang. ✅Luoyang is an ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, with a history of over 1500 years of being the capital. To understand the profound history of Luoyang, a visit to the Luoyang Museum is a must. Before heading to the museum, it is recommended to read this guide. 🎫Ticket: Free reservation, tickets are released three days in advance at 7 am, divided into morning and afternoon sessions. Be sure to book in advance, enter during the designated time slot. During holidays, it's very crowded, and if you can't get a ticket, try to pick up leftovers with separate orders for multiple people. 🛎️Reservation Strategy: If you didn't manage to get a ticket, you can try to buy a ticket for the paid special exhibition inside the museum⭐, or buy a ticket for the Zhou Wangcheng Tianzi Ji Liu Museum, which is usually available on the same day and can be used to enter the Luoyang Museum directly. For a more detailed reservation strategy, check the special notes on my homepage. ⚠️Note: When is the best time to visit the Luoyang Museum to avoid crowds? 🔥During peak season and holidays, the museum is fully booked every day, with morning and afternoon sessions. The busiest times are 9-10 am and 1-2 pm, so it's not recommended to go early and queue up, as the experience is really not good.⭐The best time to enter is at 11 am, followed by 3 pm. The first-floor exhibition halls are less crowded after 4 pm. 👣Exhibition Hall Guide: The museum has two floors with 13 exhibition halls【see image 2】, with a special recommendation for the three Luo River Civilization exhibition halls on the first floor and the Luoyang Treasures exhibition on the second floor. 🕹️Stamp Collection: The flagship cultural and creative store on the first floor has 1 free museum stamp and 4 consumption stamps, and the Tri-colored Cultural and Creative Store and the coffee shop stand on the second floor also have stamps available. 🎧Free Explanation: There is a free volunteer explanation session at 9:30, 10:30, 14:00, and 15:00 each day, focusing on the Luo River Civilization exhibition on the first floor. 📱For detailed prices and exhibition halls for explanations by guides, audio guides, and AR glasses, see image 3. 🧳The museum offers free luggage storage services of various sizes, and wheelchairs and strollers are also available for free. 🕒Opening Hours: 9:00-17:00 (entry stops at 16:30), closed on Mondays (except for statutory holidays), with extended hours on holidays. The recommended visiting time is at least 2 hours. 🚍Transportation: The museum is located within the city, with convenient access by bus and subway. It is especially worth noting that during holidays, there is a direct tourist bus line from the museum entrance to the Longmen Grottoes, the ancient city of Luoyi, and the White Horse Temple.

Luoyang Museum was established in 1958 as one of the first batch of national first-class museums. It houses over 20,000 cultural relics, among which more than 5,000 are precious artifacts. The 'Heluo Civilization,' 'Treasure Exhibition,' 'Tang Tri-color Exhibition,' and 'Han and Tang Dynasties Terracotta Exhibition' are some of the must-see galleries. From the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties to the Sui and Tang dynasties, it has witnessed the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties and the transition from the Bronze Age to the era of exquisite carvings. The smile of the Northern Wei Dynasty, the white jade cup of Cao Wei, the tri-colored camels, the hand-holding maidservants, and the various eye-catching 'internet-famous' bags, each cultural relic is a story, a cross-millennial dialogue that will not disappoint any time-traveling visitor. It is recommended to visit the galleries on the second floor first and then proceed to the first floor to avoid missing more fascinating stories. The Longmen Grottoes were carved during the Northern Wei Dynasty, flourished in the Tang Dynasty, and ended in the late Qing Dynasty, spanning over 1,400 years with more than 100,000 stone statues. As the 'pinnacle of Chinese stone carving art' and the foremost of the four major grottoes, the Longmen Grottoes are undoubtedly astonishing. The scenic area is divided into four parts: West Hill Grottoes, East Hill Grottoes, Bai Garden, and Xiangshan. Among them, the West Hill Grottoes are the essence of the tour, which has the most niches, and it is recommended to enter from the northwest visitor center to ensure enough time for a thorough visit. Representative caves include: Binyang Three Caves, Ten Thousand Buddha Cave, Lotus Cave, and Guyang Cave. The Lushena Buddha niche is the essence of the entire grottoes, with the main Buddha Lushena looking down upon all beings. It is said to be carved by Empress Wu Zetian based on her own appearance and is known as the 'most beautiful statue in the East.' Especially the night tour of Longmen, standing on the opposite bank of the Yi River, the West Hill Grottoes light up like stars, giving the feeling of being in the world of gods and Buddhas, which is extremely shocking. Unfortunately, the lighting of the Great Buddha is random, and whether one encounters it or not is entirely up to fate. Luopu Park is definitely the best place to watch the sunset in Luoyang city. On the banks of the Luo River, near the city museum, in the evening, find a spot to sit and quietly watch the sunset glow like a painting, and you can better appreciate the charm of this city.

If you plan to visit Luoyang and visit the Laojun Mountain Scenic Area, here is a three-day travel guide: Day 1: 1. Morning: Arrive in Luoyang, Henan, choose to travel by plane, high-speed rail or car. Go to the Laojun Mountain Scenic Area for sightseeing. 2. Noon: Have lunch in a restaurant near the scenic area and taste local specialties such as Henan cuisine and Henan-style noodles. 3. Afternoon: Walk or take a cable car to the main peak of Laojun Mountain, admire the magnificent peaks and scenery, you can visit Laojun Temple and ancient temples. 4. Evening: Have dinner in a restaurant in or near the scenic area and taste Luoyang's special dishes and snacks. Day 2: 1. Morning: Visit other attractions in the Laojun Mountain Scenic Area, such as Laojun Cave and Taiqing Palace, and explore ancient Taoist culture. 2. Noon: Have lunch in a restaurant in or near the scenic area, you can taste traditional Taoist vegetarian food or local specialties. 3. Afternoon: Go to Luoyang city to visit other attractions, such as Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple, to understand the history and culture of Luoyang. 4. Evening: Have dinner in a restaurant in Luoyang city, taste local food and special snacks. Day 3: 1. Morning: Visit museums and historical sites in Luoyang city, such as Luoyang Museum and Luoyang Ancient City Ruins, to understand the prosperity and glory of ancient Luoyang. 2. Noon: Have lunch in a restaurant in the city, you can choose classic Henan cuisine or local special snacks. 3. Afternoon: Visit Luoyang's landscape gardens and parks, such as Luoyang Oriental Park and Luoyang Botanical Garden, to relax. 4. Evening: Have dinner in a restaurant in the city, taste Henan special food and local pastries. Please remember, the above guide is just a reference, you can adjust according to your own interests and time. Before visiting, please confirm the opening hours and ticket conditions of the attractions, and respect local regulations and culture. I wish you a pleasant time in your trip to Luoyang Laojun Mountain Scenic Area!

【Opening】 Luoyang, this ancient city with a long history, carries a rich cultural heritage and magnificent natural scenery. Whether it's the thousand-year-old carvings of the Longmen Grottoes or the wisdom-filled White Horse Temple, they are all fascinating. Next, let's embark on a three-day tour of Luoyang full of surprises and discoveries! 【Itinerary Overview】 Day①: Step into the Longmen Grottoes and feel the shock and charm of the art of millennia-old stone carvings. Day②: Explore the historical context at the Luoyang Museum → Contemplate Buddhist wisdom at the White Horse Temple → Admire exquisite ceramics at the Tri-colored Glazed Pottery Museum → Appreciate the ancient city's style at Lijing Gate → Then head to Shizi Street to taste authentic local cuisine. Day③: Search for delicacies on Xigong Street → Stroll leisurely in Wangcheng Park → Witness the vicissitudes of history at the Ying Tian Gate → Travel through time at the Luoyi Ancient City → Finally, enjoy the beauty of the waters at Jiuzhou Pool. 【Experience Sharing】 Luoyang Museum: Book three days in advance to avoid missing out on wonderful exhibitions. A professional guide costs 58 yuan per person, offering in-depth interpretations of the stories behind the artifacts. Ancient Tomb Museum: A real tomb exploration experience to satisfy your adventurous desires. Luoyang Water Banquet: The sour and spicy taste is unique, but I personally prefer the richness of beef and mutton soup. Longmen Grottoes: The night view is dreamlike, it is recommended to go after 7:30 pm. The lighting of the giant Buddha needs to be manually controlled, and whether it can be lit depends on luck. Guanlin Temple: The burial site of Guan Yu's head, a must-visit for fans of the Three Kingdoms history. Mount Laojun: A double cableway experience, a ten-mile picturesque screen is all in view, and the elevator goes directly to the golden summit, easy and labor-saving. White Horse Temple: In addition to visiting, you can also rent exotic costumes for photos, and the makeup shops at the entrance have everything you need. Luoyi Ancient City and Ying Tian Gate: An excellent photo spot for Hanfu enthusiasts, but note that the lights go out at 11 pm, so it's advised to arrive early. Xigong Street: A paradise for foodies, Fang Guangzong's spicy soup and the street's potstickers are recommended. 【About Food】 Apricot Blossom Water Banquet Hall: Generous portions, peony swallow dishes are beautiful but have a unique taste, which requires adaptation. The sliced meat in soup, fried meatballs, and vegetarian potstickers are also delicious. Shi Li Xiang (Yiyong Street Store): Affordable prices, authentic taste. Especially recommended are the beef tripe hotpot, osmanthus ice powder, and rose two-tone rice cake. Today's Xiaojie Tianfu: Located on Xigong Street, it offers great value for money. The traditional plum soup and sweet and sour spicy potatoes are must-try dishes. Old Luoyang Noodle House: Starch noodles and confused noodles are authentic choices, and hawthorn salad and meat potstickers are also specialty dishes. Shizi Street Snacks: Although there is nothing particularly outstanding, it is bustling and a good place to stroll and experience the local atmosphere. The wheel cake, however, is not the first choice. Almond tea and sour soup crispy meat: Tasted at Shi Li Xiang (Yiyong Street Store), it is one of the local specialty foods. Fried meatballs: As a traditional snack of Luoyang, it tastes even better when paired with other dishes from the Apricot Blossom Water Banquet Hall. 【Conclusion】 A three-day tour of Luoyang allows us to wander in the long river of history, feeling the charm and grace of the ancient capital. Whether it's the weight of history or the temptation of food, it makes one linger and forget to return. I hope this guide will add more excitement and fun to your trip to Luoyang!