This might be the most underrated 5AAAAA canyon in China!

Longtan Grand Canyon is definitely a hidden treasure in Luoyang✨ Formed by 1.2 billion years of geological sedimentation and 2.6 million years of water erosion, this red rock gorge is a masterpiece—every snap is a blockbuster! The best part is, there are few people and no queues, making it absolutely perfect! 📍 Location Details Address: Xin'an County, Luoyang City, Henan Province (1.5-hour drive) Parking Tips: Plenty of parking spaces at the entrance, 10 RMB/day Opening Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Ticket Price: 75 RMB per person, free for children under 1.2m Transportation: Super convenient 1.5-hour self-drive! Highly recommend driving🚗 ✨ Easy 3-4 hour itinerary 🛶 Take the sightseeing bus directly to the "Tianchi Secret Realm" → boat trip to explore the canyon → return to the bus stop 💦 Then visit the "Longtan Waterfall" → hike down the mountain to enjoy the spectacular sights along the way ✅ The whole route is gentle, suitable for elderly and children to enjoy easily 🔥 Must-visit five magical spots 1️⃣ Red Rock Gorge: Earth's "time wrinkles," with towering cliffs that are breathtaking⛰️ 2️⃣ Crystal-clear Deep Pool: A natural beauty filter, 100% photo-worthy📸 3️⃣ Tianbei Strange Stones: Nature’s masterpiece with incredible shapes✨ 4️⃣ Longtan Waterfall: Standing beside it cools you down instantly in summer, perfect for escaping the heat❄️ 5️⃣ Water Flows Uphill: A super magical natural anti-physics phenomenon🤯 ⚠️ Heartfelt Tips There are many mosquitoes in the mountains, remember to bring mosquito repellent spray🌿 Wearing comfortable sports shoes is very important👟 Travel light! The whole route is 12km, don’t bring too much stuff Best time to visit: spring, summer, and autumn (some spots close in winter)