Tips for a perfect tour in Longmen
Updated: 2015-08-26
Dongshan Hotel
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| Dongshan Hotel [Photo/Longmen Grottoes on WeChat] |
Verging onto the Longmen Grottoes, a world culture heritage site, the Dongshan (means East Hill) Hotel is perfectly located for trips to the grottoes and is just a ten-minute drive from downtown Luoyang.
With the external appearance of a garden villa, a modern take on Song Dynasty decor adorns the inside, creating a calm and luxurious atmosphere. All designs are accordant with five-star standards.
A viewing platform allows the guests to see the grottoes area from above and onsite dining incorporates local produce to create healthy gourmet Chinese and Western dishes. Besides, the hotel offers a splendid banquet hall, business and conference rooms, shopping center, health center and chess room.
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A part of the viewing platform in Dongshan Hotel [Photo/Longmen Grottoes on WeChat] |
Boat tours at Longmen scenic area
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A sight-seeing boat runs past the Longmen Bridge [Photo/Longmen Grottoes on WeChat] |
It’s an exciting break between scenic spots, and also gives an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Yihe River and the spectacular view from the river of the Longmen Grottoes. Ticket price for the boat tour is 20 yuan ($3.12) or 25 yuan each person.
