Scienjoy’s “Discovering Beauty: Ancient Capitals Tour” ,A Journey into Luoyang—Where Millennia of Civilization Meet Everyday Life

Published on : 28 November 2025

 In Chinas long historical landscape, Luoyang stands out as one of the nations famed Thirteen Ancient Capitals,” serving as the seat of power for the Xia, Shang, Western Zhou, Eastern Han, Sui, and Tang dynasties. With over 5,000 years of civilization, 4,000 years of urban history, and 1,500 years as a capital, Luoyang embodies the depth of Chinese culture. Today, Scienjoy’Discovering Beauty: Ancient Capitals Tour arrives in Luoyang, guiding viewers through an immersive experience of a city rooted in the Shang and Zhou dynasties yet glowing with the grandeur of the Sui and Tang erasa city overflowing with historical romance.

This live streaming focuses on the enchanting nightscape of Luoyi Ancient City, bringing the ancient capital to life through immersive streaming, cinematic short videos, and in-depth cultural storytelling. Built atop the ruins of Western Zhous Luoyi,the 1,300-acre complex is a major living showcase of urban cultural heritage. Within its walls lie centuries-old landmarksWenfeng Tower, the Confucian Temple, Tuoling Palace, Xintan, the Four-Eyed Well. At night, lanterns glow across the alleys, evoking the splendor of Changans legendary nightlife.

Following the hosts camera into the ancient city, viewers are greeted by Tang-style nights full of lifestone-paved streets, crimson walls, dark-tiled rooftops glowing under lantern light, where tradition and the lively marketplace blend seamlessly. In the evening breeze, as soft music rises, a performer dressed in traditional Chinese attire descends gracefully from above. Petals flutter like snowflakes. Her sleeves trail behind her, lights shimmerand suddenly, youre transported into a feast straight out of a thousand years ago. This performance, beloved on CCTV and Peoples Daily, has become a national sensation for its breathtaking aesthetics.

Viewers often say: Even the wind and clouds dont move me like this Heavenly Maiden Scattering Flowers.’” “The moment the petals fallit heals me.” “It feels like stepping into a fairy realm.” “Its exactly the kind of romance I dream about.

When the performance ends and the crowds begin to disperse, the camera turns to Wenfeng Tower, rising ahead like the cultural anchorof the city. Built during the Song Dynasty, the tower has watched over Luoyang for nearly a millennium. Known as the Tower of Literary Fortune, it was once a place where scholars prayed for success before imperial examinations. Under modern lighting, its façade glows with images of peonies, auspicious clouds, and ancient poetrymaking it a visual centerpiece of the nighttime ancient city.

Luoyi Ancient City is the No.1 destination in China for Hanfu photography, where everythingfrom Tang-style chest-high skirts to Song-era robeslooks like a scene from a historical film. The nighttime Hanfu parade under lantern light is especially beloved. And of course, the ancient city is filled with local flavors: Bu Fan Tang, peony pastries, Luoyang-style noodlesa feast of everyday warmth and culture.

By uncovering high-quality content, Scienjoy continues to demonstrate its commitment to corporate social responsibility. In blending live streaming + culture, the company focuses not only on entertainment value but also on sharing cultural heritage and positive energy. Through the lens of livestreaming, audiences gain a deeper understanding of the ancient cityits history, its humanity, and its vibrant charm.

The spread of such meaningful content enhances the social impact of the event and strengthens public appreciation for Luoyangs cultural legacy.