The Origin of Heluo ・ Tracing the Roots of China

Chinese civilization originates from here, exploring the Five Emperors, the Xia and Shang dynasties, and the ancient states of Heluo, in search of our shared civilizational roots.

What This Route Covers

Main Route for Tracing Chinese Roots: Zhengzhou Shang City and Henan Museum, Erlitou Xia capital in Yanshi, Longmen and the ancient city of Han and Wei in Luoyang, Yin Ruins oracle bone inscriptions in Anyang, Yao Temple and Taosi in Linfen, Shun Emperor’s Mausoleum and Guan Di Temple in Yuncheng. This is a complete itinerary for those seeking the "earliest China."

Complete Route: Zhengzhou → Erlitou in Yanshi → Luoyang → Yin Ruins in Anyang → Yao Temple in Linfen → Shun Emperor’s Mausoleum in Yuncheng

Cities and Highlights on the Route

• Zhengzhou: Henan Museum · Zhengzhou Shang City Ruins · Dahe Village Ruins
• Erlitou in Yanshi: A large city from about 3800-3500 years ago, considered by many scholars as part of the Xia dynasty
• Luoyang: Longmen Grottoes · White Horse Temple · Erlitou Museum (Yanshi)
• Anyang: Yin Ruins palace and ancestral temple sites · Yin Ruins royal tombs & M260 · Chinese Writing Museum
• Linfen: Yao Temple · Taosi Ruins · Hongtong Big Pagoda Tree
• Yuncheng: Shun Emperor’s Mausoleum · Jiexian Guan Di Temple · Dayu Crossing

Travel Reminders

• After confirming the itinerary and dates, pay the deposit; the remaining balance is due 15 days before departure
• Cancellations more than 30 days before departure receive a full deposit refund, 15-30 days refund 70%, 7-15 days refund 50%, within 7 days no refund
• Popular sites like Mogao Caves and Sanxingdui require real-name reservations; please submit ID information at least 15 days in advance
• For seniors over 70 and children under 12, please indicate in the notes; we will adjust daily walking distances accordingly