Luoyang is one of the cities in China 【小题1】 artistic, religious and scientific cultures all once developed like never before. Daoism began there and the first Buddhist temple 【小题2】 （build）in the city. This special spot is not only the hometown of China’s most famous 【小题3】 （invent）including papermaking, printing and the compass, but also home to the nation's most brilliant poets and painters.

Today, Luoyang still attracts many tourists every year. Located in the middle reaches（中游）of the Yellow River in Central China's Henan Province and 【小题4】 （surround）by mountains and plains, Luoyang occupies 【小题5】 important strategic（战略的）location.

As one of China's ancient capitals, Luoyang was a seat of power for 13 dynasties and is a city with a splendid historical and 【小题6】 （culture）background. Its long history endows（赋予）it with rich culture, which is 【小题7】 （easy）seen in grand palaces, temples and caves. The city is also well known 【小题8】 the“City of Peony”. In spring, many tourists travel to Luoyang 【小题9】 （appreciate） the beautiful peony. Luoyang is now an energetic and charming tourist place that 【小题10】 （welcome）guests from all over the world to explore its glorious past.