Confucius Temple & China’s Imperial Exams

Just a short walk from the Lama Temple, lies the Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum, once the site of the imperial college during the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, and now a museum consisting of multiple scholarly halls and stone steles and showcasing the educational system in imperial China. The Temple of Confucius in Beijing is the second largest Confucian Temple in all of China, after the one in Confucius' hometown of Qufu. Post the visit, one can visit some of the Hutongs/Alleyways nearby to visit cafés. Recommended for visitors who are interested in history (especially China’s ancient imperial examination system which was intended to ensure social mobility), and have more time to see more traditional architecture after visiting Lama Temple. The subway is very closeby, so can commute easily. #bucketlistreboot #newyearadventure #yearofrabbit #january2023