Qufu Attractions
Qufu lies in the south of the Shandong Province, some 170km/105mi to the south of the provincial capital of Jinian, with which there are connections by rail and bus.
In the ''spring and autumn periods'' (770-476 BC) Qufu was the capital of the dukedom of Lu. As this is the birth place of Confucius, the city has remained a ''mecca'' for his followers.
In the ''spring and autumn periods'' (770-476 BC) Qufu was the capital of the dukedom of Lu. As this is the birth place of Confucius, the city has remained a ''mecca'' for his followers.
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Confucius Temple
The Confucius Temple was built on the site of the birthplace of Confucius, in 478 BC, following his death.
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Kong Family Residence
The Kong Family Residence was once the home of Confucius, the famous scholar.
Yanmiao Temple
The Yanmiao Temple to the north of Qufu was erected in 200 BC for Yan Hui, the favorite pupil of Confucius. The untimely death, at 32, of the extremely gifted Yan Hui affected Confucius deeply. The main hall is supported by four stone columns which are decorated with dragon motives, the roof is covered with green glazed ceramic tiles.
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 7:30 | 7:30 | 7:30 | 7:30 | 7:30 | 7:30 | 7:30 |
| Close | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 | 16:30 |
Qufu Surroundings
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Han Tombs
(Nishan Mountain)
The Han Tombs were discovered in the 1970s and are approximately 2000 years old. Finds from the tombs include bamboo strips with Chinese characters and other significant artifacts.
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Nishan Mountain
(Confucius Woods)
Nishan Mountain is known for its 10th C Confucian temple. Legend states that Confucius was born in a nearby town and abandoned at its base, where he was rescued by a tigress.
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