龙门石窟
Longmen Grottoes
More than 2,000 caves and niches are spread out along the limestone cliffs of the Yihe River. The most intensive excavation period lasted from the late Northern Wei Dynasty to the prosperous Tang Dynasty. The early works reflect the changes in palace status after the capital was moved to Luoyang, while Fengxian Temple represents the mature royal scale and shape of the Tang Dynasty. The inscriptions, donors and medicinal prescriptions make this place a record of society and belief, rather than just a string of giant Buddhas.
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龙门石窟
Longmen Town, Luolong District, Luoyang City
Before you go
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- Booking
- Advance booking recommended
- Admission notes
- Ticketed World Heritage site; timed entry, night access and partial closures can change
- Suggested visit
- 5 hr
- Information updated
- 9/29/2026
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Opening hours
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- Wed
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Getting there
You can use the subway to connect to the official bus, or take a qualified vehicle to the visitor center. Regular tours include long one-way walks, bridge crossings, and different areas of the East and West Mountains.
Practical notes
Make a reservation during peak season, wear supportive shoes, and follow the no flashing, no touching, and closed cave rules. It is advisable to start early in hot weather and determine whether you are physically fit to continue the east mountain extension before crossing the river.
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