Luoyang backdrop
China . Pop. 1.4M . 408 Mbps . 4,844 POIs . LYA

Luoyang_

Eastern Asia, China
Country China
Region Eastern Asia
1.4M
Population
408 Mbps
Internet
4,844
Total POIs
15C
Avg Temp
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
J
F
M
15°
A
21°
M
26°
J
27°
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26°
A
21°
S
15°
O
N
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.

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.

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