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Introduction to tourist attractions in Luoyang City

1. Longmen Grottoes AAAAA1 recommendation Longmen Grottoes is located 12 kilometers south of Luoyang City. It is one of the three major grottoes in China and a national 5A-level scenic spot. It is as famous as Datong Yungang Grottoes and Dunhuang Thousand Buddha Cave Grottoes. Longmen is a place with beautiful scenery. There are two green mountains facing each other in the east and west, and the Yishui River flows slowly north. From a distance, it looks like a natural gate, so it was called "One Gate" in ancient times. "Yi Que" has been the first sight when visiting Longmen since ancient times. Bai Juyi, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, once said, "The surrounding suburbs of Luoyang are more beautiful than the mountains and rivers, and Longmen is the best." The Longmen Grottoes began to be excavated around the time Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty moved the capital to Luoyang (AD 494). Later, through the Eastern Wei, Northern Qi, and Northern Zhou, large-scale construction continued for more than 400 years from the Sui, Tang, and Song Dynasties. On the east and west mountains of Yishui, there are more than 97,000 Buddha statues and more than 1,300 grottoes on the cliffs that are 1 kilometer long from north to south. There are 2,345 caves, more than 3,600 inscriptions and inscriptions, more than 50 pagodas and more than 100,000 statues. The largest Buddha statue is 17.14 meters high, and the smallest is only 2 centimeters. These all reflect the high artistic attainments of the working people of ancient China. Fengxian Temple is the largest grotto in Longmen in the Tang Dynasty, with a length and width of more than 30 meters. According to the inscription, the cave was dug during the period of Wu Zetian in the Tang Dynasty and took three years. The Buddha statues in the cave clearly reflect the artistic characteristics of Tang Dynasty Buddha statues, with plump faces, drooping ears, and peaceful, warm, kind, and extremely moving shapes. The Rushena Buddha statue in the center of the grotto is the largest Buddha statue in the Longmen Grottoes, with a height of 17.14 meters, a head of 4 meters, and ears of 1.9 meters. It is plump in body, gorgeous in appearance, and well-dressed... [Details] 2. Luoyang Baiyun Mountain AAAAA recommendations 2 Luoyang Baiyun Mountain is located in the hinterland of Funiu Mountain in the south of Song County, Luoyang City, Henan Province. It is a national forest park, a national nature reserve, and a national AAAA tourist area and one of the top ten leisure resorts in China. The total area of ??the scenic spot is 168 square meters. Now, five tourist areas have been developed, such as Baiyun Peak, Yuhuangding, Jijiaoman (Xiaohuangshan), Jiulong Waterfall and virgin forest. Baiyun Lake, Alpine Forest Oxygen Bar, Alpine Peony Garden, Liuhou Temple, and Luhua Valley do not have large leisure areas. Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area spans the Yangtze River, Yellow River and Huaihe River and is a unique scenic spot in the Central Plains. This is a unique attraction in the Central Plains. Baiyun Mountain is located in the transition zone between the warm temperate zone and the northern subtropical zone, with an average altitude of 1,800 meters, and the highest temperature in summer does not exceed 26°C. It has rich animal and plant resources. According to surveys, there are 204 species of animals, 1,991 species of plants, and a forest coverage rate of more than 95%. It is known as a "natural museum" by experts and scholars. There are 37 peaks in China with an altitude above 1,500 meters, among which Yuhuangding is 2,216 meters above sea level. It is the highest peak in the Central Plains and the best place to watch the sunrise and sea of ??clouds. There are beautiful mountain peaks, white clouds, waterfalls, deep forests and deep valleys. The main landscapes include: Yuhuangding, the first peak in the Central Plains, represented by strange rocks and dangerous peaks, Jijiaoman, and Xianren Bridge; forest landscapes represented by the alpine rhododendron forest, ten thousand acres of virgin forest, and ginkgo forest in the Tang Dynasty; and Jiulong Waterfall. , Pearl Pond, and Huanglong Well; the cultural landscape represented by Liuhou Temple, Huangyu Pavilion, Wuman Temple, and Yunyan Temple; and the phenological landscape represented by the sunrise on the sea of ??clouds, the sunset on the chicken corner, and the red leaves in autumn. . All...[Details] 3. Xin'an Longtan Grand Canyon AAAAA Recommendation 3 Longtan Grand Canyon Scenic Area is located in the north of Xin'an County, Luoyang City, 60 kilometers away from Luoyang and 180 kilometers away from Zhengzhou. Lianhuo Expressway, National Highway 310, and Longhai Railway pass through the territory, with superior geographical location and convenient transportation. It is a national 5A-level scenic spot, a national geological park, the core scenic spot of Luoyang Daimeishan World Geopark, and a canyon scenic spot dominated by the typical geological landscape of the Red Rock Zhanggu Group. Luoyang Longtan Grand Canyon Scenic Area faces the Guan Gorge in the valley, with pools, waterfalls, beads, thousands of walls on the wall, and a secluded gorge. After 1.2 billion years of geological deposition and 2.6 million years of water cutting and erosion, the wonders of high gorges, urn valleys and landslides have been formed, which are unique wonders in the world and rare in the world. It enjoys the first gorge in China, the Museum of Ancient Marine Nature, the best canyons and the Yellow River. The scenic spot has six natural mysteries: "water flows upward, Buddha's Light Arhat Cliff, giant fingerprints, inscriptions, butterfly springs, and immortal footprints". Qiyou Lake Waterfalls: "Five Dragon Pond, Longxian Lake, Qinglong Pond, Black Dragon Pond, Wolong Lake, Yinyang Lake, Reed Lake". Eight natural wonders: "Peerless Monument, Spring and Autumn on Stone, Yin-Yang Pond, Weng Valley, Five Dynasties Corrugated Stone, Sky Collapse and Earth Split, Tongling Alley Valley, Magpies Welcoming Guests, and Silver Chains Hanging from the Sky". Stunning and unforgettable.

Red cliffs, waterfalls, secluded pools, narrow ditches and deep valleys, strange rocks and green shades form a landscape corridor rare in the world. In 2009, Longtan Gorge was officially renamed "Longtan Grand Canyon". Longtan Gorge is a 12-kilometer-long U-shaped canyon formed by cutting purple sandstone by flowing water. The valleys and narrow valleys in the valley are distributed in a bead shape, and the clouds and clouds are steaming... [Details] 4. Laojun Mountain-Jiguan Cave Tourist Area AAAAA 4 recommended attractions tickets: 90 Opening hours: Ticket price: 70 yuan/person; Luanchuan residents (with proof ID card) discount price is 40 yuan/person; during the Peony Fair (April 10 to May 10), the price is 80 yuan/person. Address: Three kilometers west of Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province (map) Tel: 0379-66890998 Fax: 0379-66890271 There is a steep solitary peak at the northern foot of Junshan Mountain, shaped like a crowing rooster with its head held high and its chest raised. The top of the mountain is like a rooster's comb, and the scenery is beautiful. There are natural underground caves in the mountains, which are unpredictable and deep. The mountain is named after its shape, and the cave is named after its cave, hence its birthplace. The Chicken Cave was discovered during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. The old Luanchuan County Chronicle said: "There are four temples in Jiguan Cave, including the Dragon and Snake Cave", "bats weave like a net, and are in danger", "someone has firewood, wields a sword and a stick, and uses a candle to enter it", "the reason why it is unpredictable is to fear And return." Rooster Cave lurks in the vast mountains, covered with a mysterious mask, refusing to visit, and has been isolated from the world ever since. Jiguan Cave is known as the "No. 1 Cave in the North". In midsummer, Jiguan Mountain is covered with green brocade, and everything is green. When we climbed the 318 stone steps and stood at the deep entrance of the cockscomb flower, we were all sweating profusely. Walking into the cave, the cool breeze blowing in front of you is refreshing and the heat disappears. When you are in the colorful, magnificent and magical world of stalactites, it is quite chilling. The cave has many twists and turns, winding paths, uneven landscape layout, and stalactites with different images and postures. The caves are rich in tourism resources, with 168 scenic spots. Special... [Details] 5. Luoyang Ancient City Suggestions 5 Luoyang Ancient City was rebuilt on the basis of the city built when Zheng Da, the first year of Jin Aizong in the early Northern Song Dynasty (1224), was appointed as the prefect of Henan. The west wall of the city adopts the former site of Tangdong City. The west wall and the west end of the north wall were built using the old foundations of the north and west walls of the east city. The circumference of the old city is nearly 9 miles, with a gate on both sides. There is Jianchun Gate in the east, Lijing Gate in the west, Changxi Gate in the south, and Anxi Gate in the north. They are all heavy towers. The Moon City was built around the building, with 4 turrets and 30 enemy towers as defenses. The original city wall was made of earth, but it was not until the sixth year of Hongwu in the Ming Dynasty (1373) that a 4-foot-high brick wall was built. In the last years of Chongzhen, in order to resist the peasant uprising, the rulers of the Ming Dynasty built an earthen wall 1 foot high, 1 foot wide and 33 miles in circumference outside the city. During the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, Luoyang was established in Henan Province and governed 10 counties. After the war, the population was small, business was not prosperous, and there were not many streets. Most of the street names today were changed in 1927, the 16th year of the Republic of China, when Feng Yuxiang was stationed in Luo. Now, the East-West Guild Hall, Wenfeng Pagoda, Chenghuang Temple, Zhougong Temple, Jiufumendong (the main entrance of Wang Mi in the Ming Dynasty), Fushi Chamber (today's Youth Palace), Bell and Drum Tower, Zushi Temple (North Street), etc. in the old city are all from the Yuan, Ming and Ming dynasties. Architectural ruins from the third and third dynasties of the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty Huguo Yingen Temple (today's Luoyi High School) was the place where Li Zicheng's rebel army captured Luoyang and captured Zhu in the 14th year of Chongzhen (1641). After the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1912, Henan Province was abolished and Henan Road was established, with jurisdiction over more than 10 counties in western Henan. It is still a military hub and a major trade center. Yuan Shikai and Wu successively made... [Details] 6. 6 suggestions for the White Horse Temple tourist area in Luoyang. The White Horse Temple is located 10 kilometers east of Luoyang, Henan, and 1.5 kilometers west of Yongmen, the old city of Luoyang during the Han and Wei dynasties. It was called Jingangya Temple in ancient times and is known as "the first ancient temple in China". It is the first official temple after Buddhism was introduced to China. It was built in the 11th year of Yongping in the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 68) and has a history of nearly 2,000 years. It is a national AAAA scenic spot. According to historical records, one night in the 10th year of Yongping in the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 67), Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty Liu Zhuang had a dream. In his dream, he saw a fairy with a golden body surrounded by light, floating lightly from a distance and landing on the ground. In front of the palace. Emperor Ming of the Han Dynasty was very happy. The next morning, when he went to court, he told his minister about his dream and asked who it was. Shi is knowledgeable and versatile. He told Emperor Ming of the Han Dynasty: I heard that there is a Buddha in Tianzhu (India) in the west. He can fly in hallucinations and glow with light all over his body. King, you may have dreamed of a Buddha! So 13 people, including a doctoral student of Lang He in Yulin, were sent to the Western Regions to visit Buddhism and Taoism.

Three years later, they returned to Luoyang with two eminent Indian monks, Gaya Moton and Zhu Falan, and brought back a batch of Buddhist scriptures and statues. They began to translate some Buddhist scriptures, among which it is said that the Sutra of Forty-Two Chapters was one. The emperor ordered the construction of China's first Buddhist temple in the capital, Luoyang, to accommodate famous and highly respected Indian monks and store their precious scriptures and other items. This temple is now the White Horse Temple in Luoyang. It is said that it was named after the white horse that carried Buddhist scriptures at that time, and the White Horse Temple became the "ancestral hall" and birthplace of Chinese Buddhism. The White Temple is a national key cultural relic protection unit in China... [Details] 7. The Yellow River Xiaolangdi Tourist Area Proposal 7 spans the three cities of Luoyang, Sanmenxia and Jiyuan, with a total area of ??1,262 square kilometers (including 296 square kilometers of water surface) and a total length of 175 kilometers (9 kilometers upstream from Sanmenxia Dam to 36 kilometers from Xiaolangdi Dam). Because the dam is located in Xiaolangdi Village, Mengjin County, Luoyang City, the project is named after Xiaolangdi. It consists of 13 scenic spots and 113 scenic spots including Xiaolangdi Dam, Jingzi Mountain, Bali Gorge and Sanmenxia Dam. The data of National Highway 30, National Highway 207, Lianhuo Expressway and Erguang Expressway come from Baidu Map. The final result is subject to Baidu Map data. The edge of the scenic spot passes through the border, and the Longhai Railway, Jiaozhi Railway and Luoyang Airport are within easy reach, making the transportation very convenient. The scenic spot is located on the golden tourist route - Henan "Line 0". It spans the north and south banks of the Yellow River. The south bank is the northeast branch of the hill, the west is the Fenwei Basin, the east is the North China Plain, and the north bank is the Taihang Mountains and Wuwang Mountains. The scenic spot integrates Xiaolangdi engineering culture, landscape culture, and historical culture. Attraction introduction: The Yellow River Xiaolangdi Water Conservancy Scenic Area is located at the exit of the last canyon in the middle reaches of the Yellow River, 40 kilometers south of Luoyang City, Henan Province (Xiaolangdi Dam is located in Xiaolangdi Village, Mengjin County, Luoyang City, 7 kilometers away from Mengjin County, Luoyang City), 30 kilometers north of Jiyuan City, Henan Province kilometer. National Highway 30, National Highway 207, Lianhuo Expressway, and Taiao Expressway under construction pass through the edge of the scenic area. The Longhai Railway, Jiaozhi Railway and Luoyang Airport are within easy reach, and the transportation is very convenient. The scenic spot is also located in the center of the national golden tourism line "Line 0" in Henan Province. [Details] 8. Daimei Mountain Tourist Area Recommendations 8 Daimei Mountain Global Geopark is located in the transition zone between Qinling Mountains and Taihang Mountains, in the north of Xin'an County, Luoyang City, Henan Province, and Xiaolangdi Reservoir The southern bank of the upper reaches has a total area of ??about 328 square kilometers. It is a comprehensive geopark characterized by canyon landforms and water landscapes, where ecology and humanity complement each other. It is divided into five scenic spots: Daimei Mountain (Damei Gorge), Qingyao Mountain, Longtan Gorge, Wanshan Lake and Jingzi. Legend has it that Queen Daimei, the wife of Shang Tang who left the palace, persuaded Wang Tang to take the world as his own responsibility, govern the country, unify the world, and save the people from water and fire. Xiude fought hard and finally defeated Xia Jie. In order to thank Queen Daimei for her kindness, Wangtang built Notre Dame Cathedral and several palaces for her, and named the mountain where she practiced Daimei Mountain after her. It is the highest peak in the Xiaolangdi reservoir area of ??the Yellow River in Daimei Mountain. It governs 20 kilometers of the Yellow River water surface, forming a unique Yellow River journey in Daimei Mountain. The eastern foot of Daimei Mountain forms Mayin Lake of more than 10,000 acres, surrounded by the lush Qinglong Mountain Peninsula and the majestic red rock Honglong Mountain Peninsula. At the northern foot of Mount Daimei, the water of the Yellow River flows upward along the old paths of six rivers, forming small ornaments with their own characteristics. There are many cultural relics and historic sites scattered on each peninsula, including the hometown of Mozi, the tomb of Mozi, the statue of Mozi, Baidi Temple (Baidi Temple), Daimei Wannian Cypress, etc. , forming a line of ancient exploration at the northern foot of Daimei Mountain. The majestic Daimei Mountain is majestic and picturesque; the Daimei Grand Canyon is more than 40 kilometers deep and mysterious. There is also the Xiantaogou Scenic Area where peach blossoms bloom in spring. Daimei Mountain Scenic Area integrates the Yellow River journey, mountains and rivers, forests, grasslands and ancient tourism resources. It not only... [Details] 9. Luoyang Luanchuan Jiguan Cave Tourist Area Recommendation 9 Jiguan Cave is a large karst limestone cave. Jiguan Cave is 5,600 meters long, with a viewing length of more than 1,800 meters and a viewing area of ??23,000 square meters. Such cave dwellings are rare in the north and are known as the first cave dwellings in the north. The scenic spot is located three kilometers west of Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province, with beautiful mountains, green waters, strange rocks and secluded caves. Jidong is a natural limestone cave, geologically called "karst karst landform". Jidong is a limestone cave. The landscape is mainly composed of stalagmites and stalactites. The chemical composition of stalagmites and stalactites is calcium carbonate. The carbonic acid in the rainwater and the carbon dioxide in the air act on the limestone to form a calcium bicarbonate solution, which releases hydrogen during the flow and dripping process. The remaining calcium carbonate solidifies and petrifies into various stalagmites and stalactites. Stalagmites and stalactites have grown by 1 centimeter in 100 years. Geologists determined that Caiyi Hall was formed about 600 million years ago, and the stalagmites where dolphins played were formed about 54,000 years ago.

The stone flowers in the cave are calcite crystal flowers, which are crystals of carbonate. It must be attached to the moonstone, spread around under the influence of non-gravity water, and form flowers over time. Stone shields, roll stones and pipes record complex forms of hydrodynamic forces. Chicken Cave has high ornamental value, and it also involves various aspects such as physics, chemistry, geography, meteorology, and nature. The multidisciplinary nature makes it a precious natural heritage. According to local folklore, Jiguan Mountain was made from a rooster that sneaked into a cave to hunt for treasure and was crushed by a sky eagle. Looking at this mountain from a distance, its outline looks like a rooster crowing, hence the name... [Details] 10. Tianhe Grand Canyon Scenic Area (Daobigou) Tourist Area Recommendations 10 Daogou is located in the southeast of Jiaohe Township, Luanchuan 40 kilometers west of the county, away from Jiaohe River

Luoyang tourist attractions

are as follows:

1. Longmen Grottoes:

Longmen Grottoes are located in Luoyang 12 kilometers south of the city, it is one of the three major grottoes in my country, along with the Datong Yungang Grottoes and the Dunhuang Thousand Buddha Cave Grottoes, and is a national 5A scenic spot. Longmen is a place with beautiful scenery. There are two green mountains facing each other in the east and west, and the Yishui River flows slowly north. Looking from a distance, it looks like a natural gate, so it was called "Yique" in ancient times. "Yique" has become the first sight when visiting Longmen since ancient times. Bai Juyi, a poet of the Tang Dynasty, once said: "The most beautiful scenery in the suburbs of Luoyang is Longmen."

2. Xin'an Longtan Grand Canyon:

Longtan Grand Canyon Scenic Area is located in the north of Xin'an County, Luoyang City, 60 kilometers away from Luoyang, 180 kilometers away from Zhengzhou, Lianhuo Expressway, 310 National Highway, Longhai The railway runs across the county, with a superior location and convenient transportation. It is a national 5A-level scenic spot, a national geological park, and the core scenic spot of Luoyang Daimeishan World Geopark. It is a canyon scenic spot dominated by the typical geological and landform landscape of the red rock peaks and valleys.

3. Luoyang Baiyun Mountain:

Luoyang Baiyun Mountain is located in the hinterland of Funiu Mountain in the south of Song County, Luoyang City, Henan Province. It is a national forest park, a national nature reserve, and a national AAAA- Tourist attractions and top ten leisure resorts in China. The total area of ??the scenic area is 168 square meters. Five major tourist areas including Baiyun Peak, Yuhuangding, Jijiaoman (Xiaohuangshan), Jiulong Waterfall, and virgin forest have been developed, as well as Baiyun Lake, Alpine Forest Oxygen Bar, Alpine Peony Garden, Liuhou Temple, and Reed Flowers. There is no large recreational area in the valley.

4. Laojun Mountain-Jiguandong Tourist Area:

Address: Three kilometers west of Luanchuan County, Luoyang City, Henan Province (picture) Tel: 0379-66890998 Fax: 0379-66890271 At the northern foot of Junshan Mountain, 3 kilometers west of Luanchuan City in Luoyang, there is a steep solitary peak, which looks like a rooster with its head raised and its neck crowing. The top of the mountain is like a rooster's comb. The scenery is beautiful. There is a naturally formed underground cave in the mountain, which is unpredictable and deep. The mountain is named after its shape, and the cave is named after the mountain, so it is named after the mountain cave.

5. Luoyang Old City:

The Luoyang Old City was rebuilt in the first year of the Zhengda reign of Emperor Aizong of the Jin Dynasty (1224) on the city foundation built when the king of the early Northern Song Dynasty was appointed as the prefect of Henan. of. The west wall of the city utilizes the former site of Tangdong City. The west wall and the west end of the north wall were built using the old foundations of the two northwest walls of the east city. The circumference of the old city is nearly 9 miles, with one gate on each side. Jianchun Gate is in the east, Lijing Gate is in the west, Changxia Gate is in the south, and Anxi Gate is in the north. They are all buildings with heavy towers.

What are the famous tourist attractions in Luoyang?

Luoyang is a famous historical and cultural city in my country. There are many famous tourist attractions here, the most impressive one is the Longmen Grottoes. In the past two years, I often went to Luoyang on business trips, and I went to Longmen Grottoes more than two or three times. What gives me the biggest feeling is: the scale is majestic and the momentum is spectacular. Now, come with me to take a look~

Longmen Grottoes

Introduction to attractions

Longmen Grottoes is located in Luoyang City, Henan Province. It has the largest number of statues in the world. The largest treasure house of stone carving art, it is rated as "the highest peak of Chinese stone carving art" by UNESCO, ranking first among all major grottoes in China. It is now a world cultural heritage, a national key cultural relics protection unit, and a national AAAAA-level tourist attraction.

There are 2,345 cave statue niches and more than 110,000 statues. Together with the Mogao Grottoes and Yungang Grottoes, they are known as the three major grottoes in China. Later, the Jishan Grottoes in Jiamai were called the four major grottoes. There are more than 2,860 inscriptions in the Longmen Grottoes, which is known as the Forest of Ancient Steles. Representative works: "Twenty Products of Longmen" and Double Bibi of Longmen (Chu Suiliang's "Yique Buddhist Niche Stele" and Song Zhenzong's "Longmen Inscription Stele") are masterpieces of Chinese calligraphy art.

Attraction location: Longmen Avenue, Longmen Town, Luolong District, Luoyang City

Admission ticket: 90 yuan per person for adults

Transportation routes

Bus:

1. The Grottoes are located 12 kilometers south of Luoyang City. You can take bus No. 81 from Luoyang Railway Station, which takes about 40 minutes.

2. At the entrance of Kaiyuan Avenue, Yongtai Street Take Route 99 south, go through 15 stops, arrive at Longmen Grottoes and walk about 90 meters to the end.

3. Take Route 37 at the Shifudong Street entrance of Kaiyuan Avenue, go through 4 stops, and walk about 10 meters to Guanlin Market. Take Route K81 to Guanlin Market, go through 9 stops, and walk to Longmen Grottoes. About 100 meters to the end.

4. Take bus 966 at the Shifudong Street entrance of Kaiyuan Avenue, go through 6 stops, and arrive at the high-speed railway Longmen Station. Walk about 10 meters to the high-speed railway Longmen Station and board the bus station. Take bus 71, go through 9 stops, and arrive at Longmen. Walk about 40 meters from the grotto to the end.

5. Take Route 94 south of the Kaiyuan Avenue exit at Jinchengzhai Street, and after 15 stops, arrive at the Longmen North Bridge intersection of Longmen Avenue and walk about 650 meters to the end.

Visiting route

General route:

Xishan Grottoes---Dongshan Grottoes---Xiangshan Temple---Baiyuan Xishan Grottoes: North Gate--- Yuwangchi---Qianxi Temple---Binyang Three Cave---Three Buddha Niches on the Cliff---Ten Thousand Buddha Cave---Lotus Cave---Fengxian Temple---Guyang Cave---Yaofang Cave- - South Gate

Dongshan Grottoes:

South Gate---Three Cave of Leigutai---Cultural Relics Gallery---Niche of Avalokitesvara with Thousand Arms and Thousand Eyes---Western Pure Land Transformation Niche---Kanjing Temple---Erlianhua Cave---Four Goose Cave---North Gate

Xiangshan Temple:

Southern Trail---Lotus Pond ---Bell Tower, Drum Tower---Tianwang Hall---Luohan Hall---Stone Tower---Jiulao Hall---Observation Deck---Daxiong Palace---Qianlong Imperial Stele Pavilion---Chiang Song Villa ---Bell ringing (take photos at the Bell and Drum Tower Observation Deck)---Enter Baiyuan from the back door through Dongshan Hotel

Baiyuan:

Enter through the south gate---Nanshi Corridor --- Pipa Peak --- North Poetry Corridor --- Taoist Poetry Bookstore --- Paradise --- Qinggu --- Main Entrance

Recommended Tour Items

（1 ) Qianxi Temple

Qianxi Temple is the first large cave at the northern end of Longmen West Mountain. It is more than nine meters high and nine meters wide, and nearly seven meters deep. It was built in the early Tang Dynasty more than 1,300 years ago. The caisson on the top of the cave is a large lotus with shallow carvings. The main Buddha Amitabha is sitting on the Sumeru Platform, with a plump face and bulging chest. His clothes are slanted in front of the seat. All parts of his body are well-proportioned and his expression is wise. The whole posture gives people a sense of tranquility and kindness. On the left side of the main Buddha is the eldest disciple Kassapa, and on the right side is the junior disciple Ananda. Next to the two disciples are Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva and Mahasthamaprapta Bodhisattva respectively.

(2) Binyang Cave

Binyang Middle Cave is a representative cave in the Northern Wei Dynasty. "Bin Yang" means the sun that welcomes birth. Binyang Three Cave was excavated during the Northern Wei Dynasty. It was built by Emperor Xuanwu of the Northern Wei Dynasty to perform meritorious deeds for his father, Emperor Xiaowen. It was started in AD 500 and lasted 24 years, employing 802,366 people. Later, due to the palace coup and the death of the host Liu Teng, the planned three caves (Binyang Middle Cave, South Cave, and North Cave) were only One of them, the Binyang Middle Cave, was completed. The main statues in the South Cave and the North Cave were not completed until the early Tang Dynasty.

(3) Guyang Cave

Guyang Cave is located in the southern section of Longmen Mountain. It was excavated in 493 AD. It is the earliest excavated among the Longmen Grottoes statues and has the richest Buddhist content. A cave with the highest calligraphy art. It is magnificent in scale and imposing. The three characters "Guyang Cave" in regular script are engraved on the north wall of the cave. During the Guangxu period of the late Qing Dynasty, Taoism emerged in the Longmen area. Seeing that Guyang Cave had no owner, the Taoist priests could not bear to abandon it, so they changed the statue of Sakyamuni into a statue of Taishang Laojun Daode Tianzun. Because it is said that Laojun once practiced Taoism and made elixirs here, Guyang Cave is also called Laojun Cave.

There are hundreds of large and small Buddhist niches in Guyang Cave, and the carvings and decorations are very gorgeous, especially in the shape of the niches, the designs of the lintels and foreheads, which are colorful and changeable.