Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.4M
Population
15,236 km2
Area
408 Mbps
Internet
144m
Elevation
UTC+08:00
Timezone
LYA (9km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Ancient Luoyang whispers tales of China's first capital through its sprawling peony gardens and Longmen Grottoes carved with Buddhist splendor. Nomads find solace in affordable coliving spaces near high-speed rail stations, blending historical immersion with modern cafes in a temperate climate that blooms vibrantly each spring. The city's resilient vibe suits focused remote work amid cultural depth.
QUICK FACTS
Country
China
Region
Eastern Asia
Population
1.4M
Timezone
UTC+08:00
Elevation
144 m
Currency
CNY
Language
Chinese
Airport
LYA
GPS
34.67, 112.44
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
408 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
LYA airport just 9 km from the city center
A major city with a population of 1,390,581
INFRASTRUCTURE
4,844 total POIs 0.3 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
34
Cafes
37
Bars
9
Fast Food
60
Shopping
Supermarkets
134
Convenience
51
Shopping Malls
20
Healthcare
Hospitals
46
Clinics
18
Pharmacies
1
Education
Schools
211
Universities
15
Libraries
115
Recreation
Parks
186
Playgrounds
15
Sports
21
Cinemas
3
Museums
14
Theatres
7
Transport
Bus Stops
3,025
Train Stations
40
Fuel Stations
35
Services
Banks
188
ATMs
4
Post Offices
3
Police
12
Fire Stations
7
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
408 Mbps
Download
78 Mbps
Upload
24ms
Latency
4,154
Tests
1,266
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
3°
J
4°
F
9°
M
15°
A
21°
M
26°
J
27°
J
26°
A
21°
S
15°
O
9°
N
4°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 15 C Range: 2.6 - 27.4 C Rain: 589 mm/year Sunshine: 2,913 h/year
CITY SCORES
93.7
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
63.3
Overall
AIRPORT
LYA
Luoyang Beijiao Airport
9 km from center
Very close — ~14 min ride
FUN FACTS
Luoyang (simplified Chinese: 洛阳; traditional Chinese: 洛陽; pinyin: Luòyáng) is a city located in the confluence area of the Luo River and the Yellow River in the west of Henan province, China.
Governed as a prefecture-level city, it borders the provincial capital of Zhengzhou to the east, Pingdingshan to the southeast, Nanyang to the south, Sanmenxia to the west, Jiyuan to the north, and Jiaozuo to the northeast.
As of December 31, 2018, Luoyang had a population of 6,888,500 inhabitants with 2,751,400 people living in the built-up (or metro) area made of the city's five out of six urban districts (except the Jili District not continuously urbanized) and Yanshi District, now being conurbated.
The permanent population was 7.079 million as of 2022.
Situated on the central plain of China, Luoyang is among the oldest cities in China and one of the cradles of Chinese civilization.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Luoyang known for?
Ancient Luoyang whispers tales of China's first capital through its sprawling peony gardens and Longmen Grottoes carved with Buddhist splendor. Nomads find solace in affordable coliving spaces near high-speed rail stations, blending historical immersion with modern cafes in a temperate climate that blooms vibrantly each spring. The city's resilient vibe suits focused remote work amid cultural depth.
How fast is the internet in Luoyang?
Luoyang has an average download speed of 408 Mbps and upload speed of 78 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Luoyang?
Luoyang has an average year-round temperature of approximately 15 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Luoyang?
Luoyang is served by LYA (Luoyang Beijiao Airport), approximately 9 km from the city center.
What is the population of Luoyang?
The population of Luoyang is approximately 1.4M.
What infrastructure does Luoyang have?
Luoyang has 4,844 mapped points of interest, including 34 restaurants, 46 hospitals, 211 schools.
What country is Luoyang in?
Luoyang is located in China.