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Longmen Grottoes Admission Ticket

Visit the Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 2,345 caves and niches, over 100,000 statues, and more than 2,800 inscribed steles.

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Longmen Grottoes Admission Ticket
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Présentation

The Longmen Grottoes are located along the banks of the Yi River in the southern suburbs of Luoyang, Henan Province, at No. 13 Longmen Middle Street, Luolong District. They are a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a 5A-rated attraction. Construction began in 493 AD, coinciding with Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty moving the capital to Luoyang, and continued on a grand scale for over 400 years across the Eastern Wei, Western Wei, Northern Qi, Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, and Song dynasties. Today the site comprises 2,345 caves and niches, more than 100,000 statues, and over 2,800 inscribed steles. Its sculptural art shows both the slender, refined aesthetic of the Northern Wei period and the full, rounded forms of the Tang Dynasty, representing a pinnacle and major milestone of Chinese rock-cut art.

Informations sur l'attraction

Adresse

No. 13 Longmen Middle Street, Luolong District, Luoyang City, Henan Province, China

À propos du site

Located along the banks of the Yi River in the southern suburbs of Luoyang, Henan Province, the Longmen Grottoes represent the pinnacle and a major milestone of Chinese rock-cut art. They are recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and, together with the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, the Yungang Grottoes, and the Maijishan Grottoes, are known as the "Four Great Grottoes of China." Construction of the grottoes began in 493 AD—coinciding with Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty’s relocation of the capital to Luoyang—and continued on a grand scale for over 400 years, spanning the Eastern Wei, Western Wei, Northern Qi, Sui, Tang, Five Dynasties, and Song dynasties. Today, the site comprises 2,345 caves and niches, housing more than 100,000 statues and over 2,800 inscribed steles. The sculptural art found here encompasses both the slender, refined aesthetic characteristic of the Northern Wei period and the full, rounded forms typical of the Tang Dynasty, collectively showcasing the supreme achievements of ancient imperial cave-temple art.

Destination
Luoyang
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Au moins 24 heures
POINTS FORTS

Points forts

1

UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Longmen Grottoes are recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site and are considered a pinnacle and major milestone of Chinese rock-cut art.

2

Over 400 years of construction

Begun in 493 AD during Emperor Xiaowen's relocation of the Northern Wei capital to Luoyang, the site continued to be developed across multiple dynasties.

3

Thousands of caves and statues

The site includes 2,345 caves and niches, more than 100,000 statues, and over 2,800 inscribed steles.

4

Distinct sculptural styles

See the slender, refined Northern Wei aesthetic alongside the full, rounded forms typical of the Tang Dynasty.

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One of China's Four Great Grottoes

The Longmen Grottoes are known together with the Mogao Grottoes, Yungang Grottoes, and Maijishan Grottoes as the Four Great Grottoes of China.

Horaires

Opening hours are subject to official notices.

Utilisation du billet

  • Carry the passport used for the booking.
  • Enter during the confirmed visit period.
  • Follow the ticket instructions sent by your HelloChinaTrip advisor.

Inclus

  • Longmen Grottoes admission ticket
  • HelloChinaTrip manual booking and ticket delivery service

Non inclus

  • Transport to and from the attraction
  • Meals, drinks, shopping, and personal expenses
  • Optional guide or audio-guide services
  • Third-party payment processing fees
AVANT DE RÉSERVER

Bon à savoir

  • Location: No. 13 Longmen Middle Street, Luolong District, Luoyang City, Henan Province, China.
  • The Longmen Grottoes are situated along the banks of the Yi River in the southern suburbs of Luoyang.
  • The site is a 5A-rated attraction.
  • The Longmen Grottoes are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Ticket availability is confirmed manually after payment.
  • A USD 10 service fee applies to each issued ticket.
  • Please provide passport details exactly as shown on the passport.

Politique d'annulation

Full refund before the advisor starts procurement. Once procurement has started or tickets have been issued, customer-initiated cancellations are non-refundable. If the supplier cannot fulfill the booking, the ticket amount and service fee are refunded in full; third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

FAQ

Questions fréquentes

Where are the Longmen Grottoes located?

They are located along the banks of the Yi River in the southern suburbs of Luoyang, Henan Province, at No. 13 Longmen Middle Street, Luolong District.

Is the Longmen Grottoes a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

Yes. The Longmen Grottoes are recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

When did construction of the Longmen Grottoes begin?

Construction began in 493 AD, coinciding with Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty moving the capital to Luoyang, and continued for over 400 years.

What can visitors see at the Longmen Grottoes?

The site comprises 2,345 caves and niches, more than 100,000 statues, and over 2,800 inscribed steles, with Northern Wei and Tang Dynasty sculptural styles.

What rating does the Longmen Grottoes have?

The Longmen Grottoes are a 5A-rated attraction.

What is the cancellation policy?

You may cancel for a full refund before procurement starts. Once procurement has started or the ticket has been issued, the order is non-refundable unless HelloChinaTrip cannot fulfill it. Third-party payment processing fees are not refundable.

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