Luoyang is one of China’s ancient capitals, best known for the Longmen Grottoes — thousands of Buddhist carvings in the cliffs beside the Yi River — and for its spring peony festival. Hotels are generally good value, and Shaolin Temple is within day-trip range.
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Luoyang is on China’s high-speed rail network, with fast trains to Xi’an, Zhengzhou and Beijing from Luoyang Longmen station.
The restored old city, with traditional streets, snacks and small hotels.
Modern hotels by the high-speed station, on the way to the grottoes.
Central hotels near the park that hosts the peony festival.
Quieter hotels close to the grottoes, south of the city.
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April’s peony festival is the busiest time, when rates rise; autumn is pleasant and quieter. Avoid Chinese national holidays if you can.
The area near Luoyang Longmen station is handy for trains and the grottoes; the Old Town has more atmosphere.
Usually in April, when the city is at its busiest — book early for those dates.
Yes. Shaolin Temple on Mount Song can be visited on a day trip from Luoyang.