#Luoyang was the capital city of many ancient Chinese dynasties, a position it frequently swapped with Chang’an, usually whenever there was a change of dynasty. Located in the Henan province in the eastern part of China’s central plain, the city was noted for its fine buildings, pleasure parks, and literary culture, particularly regarding Confucian scholarship. #Henan #culturalrelics #ancientcapitalcity #LongmenGrottoes #ancientbuildings #YingtianGate #LijingGate #traveldestinations #travelphoto