Luoyi Ancient City

洛邑古城

A reconstructed Tang and Song-style old town in the old city district, with Wenfeng Pagoda, water features with lights and streets full of hanfu. It is one of China's most popular places for hanfu photo shoots.

Luoyi Ancient City sits in the southeast corner of Luoyang's old town. It was built on the foundations of the Jin-Yuan-era Wenfeng Pagoda and Ming-Qing residences, opened in 2017 and covers about 0.5 square km. It is one of the most popular hanfu travel districts in China in recent years. Entry is free. Highlights include Wenfeng Pagoda, the Xintan water system, the Siyan Well, Fu Confucian Temple and Tuoling Palace. At night, the lights come on, and the reflections in the river and lanterns create a Tang-style atmosphere. There are often intangible cultural heritage performances, iron-flower shows and NPC interactive activities. The typical approach is to rent a hanfu and have your hair and makeup done at a hanfu shop around the old town (prices range from about RMB 50 to 300, including hairstyling and makeup; book ahead in peak season, as makeup can involve queues of 1–2 hours), then explore the town and take photos. The best time is from late afternoon into the night. Nearby attractions include Lijing Gate (the old city's west gate, which you can climb), the Shizijie night market (Luoyang night market, with beef soup, bu fan soup and water banquet small bowls) and the old shops along Dongxi Street. Metro Line 1 to Qingnian Gong Station or Luoyi Ancient City Station is convenient. During peak periods (Peony Festival, summer vacation, National Day), crowds are huge and entry may be limited, so consider visiting on a less busy day. Note: The quality of hanfu shops varies, so choose one with reviews from real storefronts. Watch children closely at night in the crowds.

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