A spectacular site to visit and certainly worth getting to see. Set within a gorgeous location along the river Yi in Henan province, set within the cliffs either side of the river are huge statues, caves dugout with statues set within, the larger ones have reliefs on or niches within the walls of the caves were carved audiences gaze at the centre piece statue. Some of the exposed statues and niche carvings show signs of erosion but otherwise the carvings are exquisite. It is a huge site, so you are likely to / should spend all day there. There is a modern museum at the end where you can learn more about the periods and people, which is really informative.

Spectacular complex with lots of well preserved religious statues spanning the entire face of the cliff. Easy to get to from the city with numerous bus lines terminating here, 90 RMB ticket with 10 RMB required if you want to use the shuttle bus one-way (recommend as the gate is quite a ways away from the main sights with nothing to really see in between), lots of bathrooms, shops, a street dedicated to food and tons of attendants. A must-see in Luoyang.

Beautiful place with munificent Chinese Buddhist art carving. At the carpark area, beautiful poppies were blooming everywhere during April 2024.

The Longmen Caves are one of the most popular tourist attractions of the city of Luoyang (洛阳). What's extremely intriguing is that the place has more than 1300 caves, 2345 cells and more than 50 pagodas. The attraction also has around 100,000 Buddha statues.

This is my second visit after 17 years. Took a slow walk to see thousands of the Buddha statues, some of which were damaged by irresponsible people.

The grottoes and niches of Longmen contain the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907). These works, entirely devoted to the Buddhist religion, represent the high point of Chinese stone carving.

A trip to Longmen Grottoes is a must for tourists to Xian! Very well maintained with so much history behind the grottoes.

The Longmen Grottoes, located in Luoyang, China, are indeed a remarkable site of cultural and historical significance. They are one of China's most renowned Buddhist art treasures and have been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 2000. The grottoes were carved into the limestone cliffs over a span of several centuries, from 386 to 1130 during the Northern Wei, Tang, and Song dynasties. The site stretches for about 1 kilometer along the banks of the Yi River, which divides the grottoes into two sections: the east hill and the west hill. The eastern hill has the majority of the caves, while the western hill features fewer but larger caves. The grottoes are home to approximately 2,345 caves, niches, and rock-cut sculptures, with more than 100,000 Buddhist statues and images. The statues found in the Longmen Grottoes are varied in size and style. They range from tiny figurines, measuring only 25 millimeters, to colossal statues towering at 17 meters in height. These sculptures exhibit the artistic achievements of different dynasties and reflect the evolution of Buddhist art in China. The Longmen Grottoes are not only significant for their artistic and religious value but also serve as a historical record of the social, political, and cultural changes that occurred during the time of their creation. They provide insights into the spiritual beliefs, patronage of the ruling elite, and the interplay between Buddhism and other religious traditions in ancient China. Visiting the Longmen Grottoes allows one to marvel at the intricate carvings, explore the caves, and appreciate the cultural legacy they represent. The site remains an important pilgrimage destination for Buddhists and attracts tourists from around the world who are captivated by its historical and artistic significance.

Amazing ancient carvings of Buddha on the mountainside which dates back to 493 AD.

One of the most outstanding cultural and historical relics in China and a UNESCO Heritage site. Housed in the Longmen Grottoes or Longmen Caves are tens of thousands of statues of Shakyamuni Buddha and his disciples, excellent Chinese Buddhist art constructed from the 5th century BC. It was a unique and fascinating experience walking and appreciating the Grottoes and the statues along the Yi River

Who are we to even try and rate an experience that was given to us 15 centuries ago. A magnitude that we will never really comprehend

Unforgettable world heritage site and a "must see" for anyone visiting China!

Beautiful and mind-blowing 🤯 Long walking but worth every drop of sweat

Amazing carvings in a valley. Remember to check out every cave and to explore the opposite side of the valley too. One gets to appreciate the grandeur of the place when one sees from afar.

"Immersing myself in the rich history of the Longmen Grottoes was truly enchanting. The intricate Buddha sculptures seemed to whisper tales of ancient devotion and artistic mastery. Exploring this awe-inspiring site was a journey through time, connecting me with the artistic brilliance and spiritual essence of generations past. #LongmenGrottoes #LivingHistory"

One of a kind trip! great history

One of my favorite places while visiting China. Outstanding grottoes, the place isn't crowded at all, kind of a hidden gem, at least for most international tourists. Be sure to not only see the grottoes but also the temple on top of the hill which is included in the ticket, it's a beautiful a d tranquil place, very quiet and peaceful. Awesome place to spend half a day or more. Make sure to look at all the details in the sculptures.

April is the Spring flower season, they has two big Peonies gardens.

This Buddhist temple is a very special place. I enjoyed the Chinese Buddhist exhibits, structures and the silent tea house. I will skip the new Indian and Thai section completely when I return. That section takes away from the charm and air of the temple-- a complete waste of space and resources. It consists of some foreign styled temples that are completely devoid of a sense of history, culture and overall meaning. The Chinese temples and pagoda are very special. I will return.

i have been a few times on my travels - well worth a day out

Main temple was closed for renovation.

My first visit is very special. I'm loving this place. Lord Buddha give me strength and power. Namo Buddhay.

I love this temple I am eager to visit there...I am young and no money.. Once I got money enough to visit there I will sure do it... I hope I will viait there before my death

Full of temples form Asia, for example India, Thailand

Plethora of precious collections here. Worth a visit if you visit Luoyang.

A spacious and modern museum with exhibits dating back several thousand years. Lots of Buddhist art as well as traditional Chinese archaeological finds from the area. Strict security on entering. Very clean toilet facilities and a few places to sit, though not much in the way of refreshments.

Many things to explore, pretty cool exhibitions, each floor has different exhibitions, quiet and huge, also free admission, thank you so much!

Lots of cool stuff

Yes nice and amazing museum

(Translated by Google) It is a good experience. It is recommended to go to the 2nd floor first, because the exhibition hall on the 2nd floor will be more exciting. The exhibition hall on the 1st floor is full of trivial and common cultural relics such as bowls and basins, which can be browsed quickly. (Original) 不錯的體驗，建議先到2樓逛逛，因為2樓的展館會比較精彩，1樓的展館都是一些瑣碎比較常見的碗盆等等的文物，可以快速瀏覽即可。

(Translated by Google) If you want to explore the history of a place, the best way to do it is to go to a museum and watch a video on the development of a city from beginning to end. As the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties, the museum retains cultural relics unearthed from each dynasty. As the capital of the Tang Dynasty, the cultural relics of the Tang Dynasty are most on display. For example, the Tang Sancai and Buddhist culture learned from books are all detailed in the museum. explanation. Everyone who wants to come to the museum must remember to make an "online reservation". You are not allowed to enter without a reservation, especially on holidays, where there are many people, so remember to make a reservation three days in advance. The way to make a reservation is to search for the real name of "Luoyang Museum" on WeChat. Free reservation, please bring your real-name ID to enter the venue. #小program://WISDOMLOBO/mhTsqh3OQKO8n4l (Original) 想要探究一個地方的歷史 做好的方式就是博物館 從頭到尾看影片一個城市的發展。 作為十三朝古都，博物館內保留了個朝代出土的文物，其中身為大唐首度，展現最多的就是唐朝的文物，像是以前書本學到的唐三彩和佛教文化在博物館內都有詳細的講解。 要來博物館的各位一定要記得‘’線上預約‘’ 沒有預約是不能進入的，尤其假日人非常多，所以記得提前三天預約，預約的方法是在微信里搜尋「洛陽博物館」實名後可以免費預約，到時候拿著實名的證件進場。 #小程序://智慧洛博/mhTsqh3OQKO8n4l

(Translated by Google) Luoyang Museum is recognized by many as the number one place to visit in Luoyang. It has a rich collection and a variety of treasures that are difficult to see clearly. Whether you like it or not, or whether you can get it or not, it is worth coming here to see it. It is recommended to rent a commentator after entering so that you will not be too blind. There is a large luggage storage room at the door, which is very convenient. (Original) 洛阳博物馆，众多人认可的洛阳第一打卡地，馆藏藏品种类丰富，各种不太看得明白的珍宝看花眼。 无论喜欢与否，或者能不能get到，都值得来这里看看。建议入场之后租用一台解说器，不至于看的太过盲目。 门口有大件行李寄存处，很方便。

Dirty toilets !!!

This is the wrong location, nothing to see here. Need to go 1 km south of here.

(Translated by Google) Behind the city wall, there is a walking street for shopping for food, supplies, books, and much more. (Original) หลังกำแพงเมืองมีถนนคนเดินให้ช๊อปปิ้งของกิน​ ของใช้​ หนังสือ​ อื่นๆ​ อีกมากมาย

A temple with, supposedly, the head of Guan Yu, the famed general from the Three Kingdoms period of Chinese history. Easy to access with lots of bus lines going through here like 39, 55, 58 etc. The ticket is between 20-40 RMB with the 20 one giving half access and the 40 giving full at least according to my understanding. To me it seemed the entire temple was open to explore anyway so I’m not sure what was up with that. It’s only really interesting if you’re keen on the history of that period otherwise it’s a small, not particularly memorable temple.

A temple to worship Guan Yin the respected and at his time feared by the enemies. The temple has the burial mount of the head of Guan Yin. Quite a large temple and crowded with people.

The most beautiful temple in China

amazing

(Translated by Google) The place where a generation of loyal and righteous martyrs of China are buried. When you come to Luoyang from Taiwan, how can you not pay homage to the person you admire in your heart. (Original) 中國一代忠義烈士身葬之處，從台灣來到洛陽，怎能不去瞻仰一下心中崇拜之人。

(Translated by Google) Guanlin Temple is located in Guanlin Town, Luoyang City, Henan Province. It is surrounded by an ancient city from the Sui and Tang Dynasties to the north, the Longmen Grottoes to the south, and lush mountains and crystal clear streams to the east and west. It is one of the world's three major temples, and the only one in China to have two architectural styles: ``lin'' and ``temple.'' Guanlin Temple began construction in the Han Dynasty and was rebuilt in the 20th year of Wanli of the Ming Dynasty (1592).The site covers an area of ​​120,000 square meters, and contains more than 150 buildings from the Ming and Qing dynasties, as well as ancient stone monuments. There are over 70 pieces left. ``Guanlin Cui Oak'' is one of the ``Eight Small Views of Luoyang'' and has a long history of oak trees that are thriving and lively.When the rain stops, the scenery of clouds and mist rising around the graves is a wonderful sight. is. There is also a bus bound for Longmen Grottoes from the nearby bus terminal, so we recommend that you go there as well. (Original) 関林廟は河南省洛陽市の関林鎮にあります。北は隋唐時代の古城、南は龍門石窟、東西は青々とした山と透き通った清流に囲まれています。世界三大関廟の一つで、中国で唯一の「林」と「廟」の二つの建築スタイルを有します。関林廟は漢の時代から築き始められ、明の万歴２０年（1592年）に修築され、敷地面積は１２万平方メートルあり、明と清の時代の建築物は150軒余り、古代の石碑は70枚余りが残されています。「関林翠柏」は「洛陽八小景の一つ」として、長い歴史を持っている柏がいきいきと生い茂っており、雨が上がった時、雲と霧が墓にまつわりながら立ち上る風景はとてもすばらしいです。 近くのバスターミナルから龍門石窟行のバスも出ているので、併せて行かれることをお勧めします。

(Translated by Google) There is a fee to enter. What impressed me deeply was that there were teachers and students from the calligraphy school writing and selling bookmarks (written by the teacher) in the corridor. My father left the 96-year-old calligraphy book on a whim. The paper money was 30 yuan, and he wanted it everywhere. Money, user pays - this is capitalism! ! But what China is talking about now is socialism🤣 To put it bluntly, Guanlin is the God of Wealth in Luoyang... If you have the opportunity to go to Luoyang, it's not a bad idea to take a walk. (Original) 進入要費用，這讓我印象深刻的是有書法學院的老師與學生在走廊寫與賣書籤（老師寫的），我父親心血來潮，留下96歲的墨寶，紙錢是30元人民幣，到處都要錢，使用者付費-這是資本主義啊！！ 但現正中國說的是社會主義🤣 說遠了，關林是洛陽的財神廟…..有機會到洛陽，走走也未嚐不可。

(Translated by Google) Guan Yu Temple, entrance fee 40 CNY per person. Guanlin Temple​ Guan Yu Shrine​ Considered to be the god of honesty and war. Guan Yu arose during the Three Kingdoms period, around 765-823 AD. Guan Yu was the sworn brother of Liu Bei and Zhang Hui. He was tricked by enemies into assassination and his head was cut off and sent as a gift to Cao Cao in hopes of gaining favor.​ But Cao Cao didn't see it as good or bad. Instead, they praised and honored Guan Yu very much. and held a grand funeral ceremony and also had a ceremony to bury his head here (Original) วัดกวนอู​ ค่าเข้าชมคนละ​ 40 CNY Guanlin Temple​ ศาล​เจ้า​กวนอู​ ถือว่าเป็นเทพเจ้าแห่งความซื่อสัตย์และสงคราม​ กวนอูเกิดขึ้นสมัย​ 3 ก๊ก​ ประมาณ​ พ.ศ.765-823 กวนอูเป็นพี่น้องร่วมสาบานของเล่าปี่และเตียวหุย​ ท่านถูกอุบายจากศัตรู​ลอบสังหารและตัดศรีษะของท่านส่งไปกำนัลให้โจโฉเพื่อหวังความดีความชอบ​ แต่โจโฉไม่ได้เห็นดีเห็นงามด้วย​ กลับยกย่องให้เกียรติ​กับกวนอูเป็นอย่างมาก และได้จัดพิธีศพอย่างยิ่งใหญ่​ และยังทำพิธีฝังศรีษะไว้ที่นี่​

(Translated by Google) Guan Yu's Tomb at Luoyang City in the Three Kingdoms period. This is the point where Guan Yu's head is buried. For anyone who has ever read the Three Kingdoms, you will know that after Guan Yu lost the battle to Li Bong and was captured at Mai Cheng, Sun Quan ordered his execution and the head was given to Cao Cao. Cao Cao then buried it here. Inside there is a real tomb, replica weapons, and a statue of a gray horse. Statue of the Five Musketeers and various souvenir selling points The head is tilted. The body is tilted. The spirit lives in Tang Kai Liang's room. (Original) สุสานกวนอูที่เมืองลกเอี๋ยงในสมัยสามก๊กครับ จุดนี้เป็นจุดที่ฝังส่วนหัวของกวนอู สำหรับใครที่เคยอ่านสามก๊กมาก็จะรู้ว่าหลังจากที่กวนอูแพ้ศึกให้กับลิบองและโดนจับได้ที่ม่ายเฉิงก็โดนซุนกวนสั่งประหารและมอบส่วนศีรษะมาให้โจโฉ โจโฉจึงนำมาฝังไว้ที่นี่ ภายในมีสุสานจริง อาวุธจำลอง รูปปั้นม้าเซ็กเทา รูปปั้นห้าทหารเสือ และจุดขายของที่ระลึกต่างๆครับ หัวอยู่ลกเอี๋ยง ตัวอยู่ตังเอี๋ยง วิญญาณอยู่ห้อตั๋ง ไก่เหลียง

(Translated by Google) Located 7 kilometers south of Luoyang City, it is said to be the place where the head of Guan Yu, the famous Shu Han general of the late Han Dynasty and Three Kingdoms, is buried. It is one of the three major Guan temples in China and abroad. It can be said to be the highest-level mausoleum for military officials in the history of China. It is an intangible cultural heritage of more than 1,700 years. It is even the only cultural treasure in China that combines tombs, temples and forest sacrificial sites. It can be said to be the best in Luoyang. The layout is built with palace buildings, and it is in the form of Hui character. The front is The ancestral temple is followed by the theater building, the main gate, the Yimen, the stone lion corridor, the Qisheng Temple, the Temple of Wealth, the Spring and Autumn Hall, and finally the tomb where Guan Yu's head is buried. The four characters "Weiyang Liuhe" written by Wang Duo, a calligrapher of the Ming Dynasty, were written by the Empress Dowager Cixi. It seems that the Empress Dowager Cixi also paid tribute to Guan Yu. The biggest highlight in the main hall is the Qinglong Yanyue Sword in front of you. Go to the "Central" in front of the tomb The words "Wanzai" are awe-inspiring. The "Han Shoutinghou" inscribed on the first archway is the man Guan Yu stabbed to death in the midst of thousands of enemy troops, Yuan Shao's general Yan Liang, beheaded him and returned in the Battle of Baima. Cao Cao petitioned Han Xian Emperor to be granted the title. This is also the first time Guan Yu has been granted a title. (Original) 位於洛陽市南郊7公里，相傳為埋葬漢末三國蜀漢名將關羽首級的地方，是中國和海內外三大關廟之一,可說是中國歷代中，武臣級別最高的陵廟，也是距今1700多餘年的非物質文化遺產，甚至是中國唯一把塚,廟、林三祀合一的文化瑰寶稱得上洛陽之最,格局是以宮殿建築來修建，而呈現回字的形式，前面是祠廟依次是戲樓、大門、儀門、石獅甬道、啟聖殿、財神殿、春秋殿，最後則是埋葬關羽頭顱的墓塚其左右也是對稱格局,門額上的匾額關林二字，是明代書法家王鐸所寫而威揚六合四大字，則是慈禧太后的御筆，看起來慈禧太后也是對關羽的歌頌之作,到大殿最大的亮點就是眼前這把青龍偃月刀,到墓前的“中央宛在”幾個字讓人肅然起敬。而第一座牌坊上所題的“漢壽亭侯”，正是關羽於白馬之戰，在萬眾敵軍之中刺死袁紹大將顏良，斬其首級而歸，曹操奏請漢獻帝受封的，也是關羽第一次的受封,

(Translated by Google) Pay respect to the Godfather Guan Yu This is the tomb where Guan Yu's head is buried. People came to pay homage to him. There are statues of him in many poses. For example, the battle pose, the reading pose, etc., to pay homage to. The last part will be a cemetery. Pray for blessings and place coins. For good fortune (Original) กราบไหว้เจ้าพ่อกวนอู ที่นี่เป็นสุสานที่ฝังส่วนศีรษะของท่านกวนอูไว้ มีผู้คนมาสักการะท่าน มีรูปปั้นท่านหลายปาง เช่นปางออกศึก ปางอ่านตำรา เป็นต้น ให้กราบไหว้ ส่วนสุดท้ายจะเป็นสุสาน อธิษฐานขอพร พร้อมหยอดเหรียญ เพื่อความเป็นสิริมงคล