Qufu Attractions
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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.
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Han Tombs
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
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.
