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Longmen Grottoes Travel Guide

Attraction: A World Cultural Heritage site and one of China's three major grottoes. Main highlights include the Vairocana Buddha, Binyang Caves, and the Ten Thousand Buddha Caves. Recommended visit time is 3-4 hours.

Sui-Tang Luoyang City Ruins Park: Recreates the grandeur of the Tang Dynasty, featuring buildings such as Yingtian Gate and Mingtang Hall. The night light show is worth seeing; it is recommended to visit before dusk.

Shizi Street Food Recommendations:
1. Bufan Soup: A Luoyang specialty, Liu Ji Bufan Soup is recommended.
2. Water Banquet: Zhen Butong Restaurant is a century-old establishment.
3. Potstickers: Xiaojie Potstickers are the most famous.
4. Beef Soup: Majieshan Beef Soup Restaurant.
5. Jiangmian Noodles: Many old-brand shops available.

Accommodation Recommendations:
Budget: Chain hotels like Home Inn, Hanting, prices range from 150-300 RMB.
Mid to High-end: Luoyang Grand Hotel, Huayang Plaza International Hotel.
Unique Homestays: Many renovated hutong homestays in the old city.

Transportation Guide:
Airport: Luoyang Beijiao Airport, 10 km from downtown.
High-speed Rail: Luoyang Longmen Station, with direct bus to the scenic area.
Within the city: Extensive bus routes; take lines 53, 60, 81 between attractions.
Taxi: Starting fare 6 RMB, about 30 RMB from downtown to Longmen Grottoes.

Suggested Itinerary:
Day 1: Morning at Longmen Grottoes, afternoon at Sui-Tang Luoyang City, evening at Shizi Street Night Market.
Day 2: White Horse Temple + Luoyang Museum.

Best Seasons: Spring and autumn (April-May, September-October).
Tickets: Longmen Grottoes 90 RMB, Sui-Tang Luoyang City 120 RMB (including performance).