Located in east-central China, the province of Henan is an absolute must for history lovers and for anyone who is curious about China’s rich and intricate past. Home to an impressive five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the key destinations in Henan include three of the Seven Ancient Capitals of China, all located on the banks of the Yellow River: Kaifeng, Anyang and Luoyang. In Kaifeng you can admire the Daxiangguo Temple and stroll the historical quarter of Shudian Jie (Bookstore Street), while in Anyang there are Yin ruins from the Shang Dynasty dating back more than 3000 years. However, Luoyang holds the biggest appeal, offering access to the staggering Longmen National Park, a 5th-century system of grottoes and cave temples that contains thousands of carved inscriptions and Buddhist statues.