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Remember the Empress before Sanmen Road, the moon is like frost above the Five Phoenix Tower

🏯 Ying Tian Gate — The place where the Empress ascended the throne and the gate to the Divine Capital's night banquet. As the "No. 1 Gate in the World" of Luoyang in the Sui and Tang Dynasties, Ying Tian Gate was a core witness to Wu Zetian's enthronement and the homage of all nations. Under the night, it is "revived" in thousands of palace lanterns and laser projections. The 3D mapping show projects epic scenes such as "Ode to the Saints from All Nations" and "Divine Capital Wedding" on the vermilion walls, instantly dreaming back to the golden age of "Shangyang flowers and trees never see autumn, and the Luoshui River flows through the palace everywhere." ✨ Highlights of the Night Tour ▫️ Light and Shadow Show: Starts at 20:00 (summer)/19:30 (winter) every night, a 25-minute immersive interpretation of the prosperous Tang Dynasty ▫️ Climb the Tower to View the City: Climb the restored city tower, look south to the Tianjie Imperial Road, and look north to the Paradise Mingtang. The central axis shows the domineering power of the royal city. ▫️ Tang Palace Night Banquet: You can make an appointment for the interactive performance of "Tang Palace Music Banquet" (tickets need to be purchased separately) and transform into an envoy to participate in the Empress's night banquet. 📍 Address: Dingding South Road, Old Town, Luoyang (forming a golden triangle with Mingtang Paradise and Jiuzhou Pond) 🕙 Opening Hours: 9:00-22:00 (entry stops at 21:00, extended to 22:30 during the light show) 🎫 Tickets: CNY 60 (including the Ruins Museum; an extra reservation is required for the tower viewing platform) 📌 In-depth Gameplay Suggestions 1️⃣ Hanfu Transformation: There are more than 30 Hanfu shops around the scenic spot. It is recommended to choose a Tang-style Hezi skirt + peony hair accessories to better match the architecture. 2️⃣ Joint Tour Route: 17:00 Take photos of the sunset at Jiuzhou Pond → 19:00 Watch the show at Ying Tian Gate → 21:00 Take photos of the night view at Mingtang Paradise 3️⃣ Hidden Spots: Take photos of the reflection of the Ying Tian Gate North Square pool, which can include the Tianmen and Paradise in the same frame. "Remember the Empress before Sanmen Road, the moon is like frost above the Five Phoenix Tower—tonight, you are also a guest at the Divine Capital Night Banquet."
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Posted: May 9, 2025
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