4-Hour Private Walking Tour of Luoyang Longmen Grottoes
Explore Longmen Grottoes on this guided 4-hour walking tour. Learn about the history and culture of grottoes and niches of Longmen which contain the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907). Walk along the Yi River, admire thousands of Buddhist statues carved into the steep limestone cliffs. A private guide ensures you receive undivided attention and have ample time to ask questions. During this private tour, you will be able to admire the amazing cavings close and from the boat cruise.
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Stop At: Longmen Grottoes, Banks of Yihe River, Luolong District, Luoyang 471000 China
When booking your private tour, choose from five departure times, which range from the morning to the afternoon. After meeting your guide upon hotel pickup, hop into your vehicle and set off on your exciting tour.
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.These contain almost 110,000 Buddhist stone statues, more than 60 stupas and 2,800 inscriptions carved on steles. The grottoes are formed in 1 km of the stretch of Yi river and were carved on both banks, in limestone formations creating the Longmen Caves. Most of the work was done on the western bank, while the eastern bank caves, of smaller numbers, served as residences for the large groups of monks.
Duration: 4 hours
Pass By: Longmen Grottoes, Longmen County China
Accompanied by your tour guide, take the shuttle bus to enter the attraction, your will explore most caves on the western bank, then walk bought the eastern bank caves to the Xiangshan Temple which is one of the earliest of the ten temples at Longmen.
Your tour will end at the Bai Garden Temple which was surrounded by thick vegetation of pine and cypress trees.
Then, enjoy stunning carvings from the boat cruise. After the tour you can choose to spend more time to explore the area on your own, or your tour guide can help you get a taxi to your next destination.
Informacion Adicional
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Duration: 4 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
We will pick you up from your hotel in Luoyang city, please offer the hotel information when make booking
Cancellations and refunds:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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