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Henan, China
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West Henan is the western part of Henan, China. It includes the prefecture-level cities of Sanmenxia, Luoyang and Pingdingshan.
By bus
All the three cities can be reached by bus from the other cities in Henan Province.
By plane
Luoyang has a small airport named Luoyang Beijiao Airport (LYA). International visitors can fly to Zhengzhou Xizheng International Airport (CGO) and transfer to buses or trains.
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Sanmenxia (三门峡; Sānménxiá) is a city in western Henan with 2.2 million inhabitants. Situated along the upper reaches of the Yellow River, Sanmenxia is known for its breathtaking natural scenery and historical significance.
Luoyang (洛阳 Luòyáng) is an ancient city in West Henan province, China. Steeped in history, Luoyang draws visitors for its iconic sites: the Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple, and Guanlin Temple.
Pingdingshan (平顶山; Píngdǐngshān; also known as Eagle City) is a coal-mining city in Henan. a prefecture-level city in the Chinese administrative system.
Ruzhou is a county-level city in West Henan, managed by Pingdingshan City. It is named after the North Ruhe River, which runs through it.
Lingbao is a city at the border of Henan, Shanxi, and Shaanxi provinces. It is the west gate of Henan Province, bordering the Qinling Mountains to the south and the Yellow River to the north.
Luanchuan County (栾川县) is a county under the jurisdiction of Luoyang, Henan Province, China. It is located in west Henan and is a place full of historical culture and natural scenery.
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