One-Day Tour in Luoyang｜Savory Soup + Ancient Temple + Ruins Covering All My Joys

Who would have thought! A single day in Luoyang can deliver both a food feast and a historical shockwave 😭 Follow this route for fun without any pitfalls! Start early and head straight to the wildly popular Majieshan Beef Soup, as hyped online—it truly lives up to its reputation! I decisively ordered the deluxe family combo: large chunks of beef tender and juicy, beef tripe and intestines crisp and chewy, the milky white broth simmered to a fresh and rich flavor with no gamey taste at all~ Sprinkle with scallions, drizzle a spoonful of the soul-stirring chili oil, and dip it with freshly baked guokui bread. Crispy on the outside, soft inside, soaking up the broth—one bite warms your stomach. This is the proper way to start breakfast in Luoyang! After finishing the soup, rush to the "China’s Oldest Temple," White Horse Temple. I was truly amazed by the temple styles from four countries! The Han Chinese temple features red walls and black tiles with incense smoke curling, the Ming and Qing dynasty architecture of the Great Buddha Hall and Heavenly King Hall exudes simplicity and solemnity, and walking through it feels peaceful; turn around and you can check in at the Indian Pavilion’s magnificent carvings, the Burmese Pavilion’s dazzling gold and jade, and the Thai Pavilion’s gilded eaves. The exotic atmosphere is fully on display, perfect for photos, like a cultural journey across borders~ Finally, dash to the newly opened Han and Wei Luoyang Ancient City Ruins Museum, whose collection exceeded expectations! The huge city model clearly shows the layout of the Han and Wei capitals, with unearthed roof tiles, bronze ware, pottery figurines, and other artifacts full of texture, plus immersive scene restorations that instantly transport you back a thousand years. Standing before the reconstructed palace ruins, looking at these history-bearing objects, you truly feel the profound heritage of "One part Luoyang history, half a book of China." It’s definitely worth savoring carefully~ A day exploring both food and ancient sites, Luoyang’s charm is truly well-deserved! The guide is below, take it without thanks 👇 📍Route: Majieshan Beef Soup → White Horse Temple → Han and Wei Luoyang Ancient City Ruins Museum ⏰Recommended time: Arrive at the soup shop before 9 AM (less crowded, no queue), 2-3 hours at White Horse Temple, 2 hours at the ruins museum ✨Tips: Wear plain-colored clothes for better photos at White Horse Temple; you can rent an audio guide at the ruins museum (easier to understand the history)