A memorial temple dedicated to the Duke of Zhou, a famous statesmen and aristocrat who acted as the regent of the Zhou Dynasty from 1042 BC to 1035 BC. The temple was commissioned in 618 AD by the Sui Dynasty general Wang Shichong and rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty.
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A stunning historical reconstruction of the grand south gate of Luoyang City from the Sui and Tang Dynasties, restored in 2016. The gate is particularly impressive at night, illuminated by golden lights, creating a lively atmosphere with many cosplayers and visitors exploring the area.
丽景门 Lìjǐngmén
The grand reconstructed western gate of Luoyang's ancient city, complete with a moat, barbican, and upper-level temples. Climbing the battlements offers elevated views over the old town rooftops, and the gate arch leads directly into the historic pedestrian market streets.
丽景门景区
Stroll along West Street from Lijingmeng Gate to the Luoyi Ancient City. Plenty of bustling restaurants and lively atmosphere. Beautiful especially at night.
八路军驻洛办事处纪念馆
The museum is inside a traditional Chinese mansion built in 1831 that was originally the home of a wealthy merchant. Between 1938 and 1942, the mansion served as the Luoyang office of the Eighth Route Army, a Communist controlled group army that was created from the Red Army when the Communists and the Nationalists formed the Second United Front against Japan.
天子驾六博物馆
A small archaeological museum on the site of a Zhou Dynasty king's tomb. As the museum's name indicates, the most notable feature of the tomb is the horse and chariot pits. Most striking of all is Pit No. 5, which contains the actual chariot ridden by the king and includes the remains of the six horses that pulled the chariot.
洛邑古城
A cultural tourism area built in the style of an ancient Chinese city. It is known for its Tang Dynasty-style architecture, night views, and popularity as a Hanfu (traditional Chinese clothing) experience destination. The area includes the Wenfeng Pagoda and the site of the ancient Jin-Yuan city wall.