Luoyang attraction

Longmen Grottoes

龙门石窟

A UNESCO-listed kilometre of Buddhist caves and carvings along both banks of the Yi River.

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Buddha carvings in the Longmen Grottoes near Luoyang
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What it is and why visit

A UNESCO-listed kilometre of Buddhist caves and carvings along both banks of the Yi River. Plan roughly 5 hours and aim for at opening.

Ticket
About ¥90
Duration
5 hours
Booking
Plan 3 days ahead
Setting
outdoor

Opening pattern

Official site lists 08:00–18:00 from March–October and 08:00–17:00 from November–February.

Official full-price daytime admission reference; concessions and night products differ.

How to get there

Start from Luoyang's recommended base and confirm the current local transit route before departure.

Map position

34.5528, 112.4704

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