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Just got back from Nishan Sacred Land! Totally struck by the romance of Confucius' hometown~

I originally thought Nishan Sacred Land was just an ordinary cultural site, planning to casually stroll around with friends and leave~ But ended up staying until closing time and still didn’t want to leave! Surrounded by mountains on three sides and a lake on one side🌊 Every snap looks like it has an ancient style filter📸 Here, Confucian culture is brought to life in a super vivid way. It’s not just dryly memorizing the Analects📖 You can personally practice calligraphy, watch live performances, learn ancient etiquette from NPCs—it’s a fully immersive time-travel experience. The cultural DNA is deeply stirred!! ✨【4 Must-Visit Dreamy Spots】✨ ✅ Make a wish under the 72-meter Confucius statue Standing at the foot of the Confucius statue is truly awe-inspiring! The bronze statue glows warmly in the sunlight, and the 72 meters represent Confucius’ 72 worthy disciples~ Learn the traditional bowing etiquette (left hand wraps right hand, bow) with the staff🙏 You can also write your wish on a blessing ribbon💫 The sense of ceremony is off the charts! ✅ Time travel in the Great Hall of Learning The starry dome ceiling is breathtaking! You need to walk barefoot into the Ren Hall and get a piece of rice paper to practice calligraphy of the Analects📝 As your brush glides over the paper, an NPC nearby tells the story of Yan Hui’s “one bowl of food, one gourd of drink”~ At the Corridor of the Seventy-Two Worthies, the wall reliefs light up, and the story of Zengzi’s “three self-examinations” unfolds like an animation~ Even the kids nearby are mesmerized! ✅ Super romantic drone show at night Hundreds of drones perform in the sky, then suddenly fireworks go “boom”🎆 reflecting in the lake like scattered stars🌟 Be sure to find a lakeside spot to sit and watch👀 The atmosphere is instantly elevated! ✅ The night view of Luyuan Village is perfect for photos Be sure to visit Luyuan Village nearby at dusk! Walking on the bluestone path with little fish lanterns👭 you suddenly understand the romance of “ancients strolling by candlelight”~ Every Friday and Saturday there’s a fish lantern parade🉑️ Follow the parade🏮 The fish lanterns form a glowing river in the alley🐟 Cold fireworks gently fall, and ladies in Hanfu walk by🧚‍♀️ For a moment, you feel like you’ve stepped into “The Longest Day in Chang’an”~ 🎭【A performance that gives you goosebumps】 “Golden Sound and Jade Resonance” is a must-see! The 360-degree rotating stage is amazing; one moment you see Confucius’ carriage traveling through the states right in front of you, the next moment a hologram projects the scene of “binding the bamboo strips until they break” on the wall~ Even more stunning is the finale where all actors sing famous quotes from the Analects, giving you goosebumps instantly (remember to pick a center seat 30 minutes early!) 🍜【Hidden menu for foodies】 • Don’t miss “Changping Market” in the basement of the Great Hall of Learning! Tried the “Confucius Says Pancake”🫓 Sweet and savory, super fragrant~ The tofu from the Confucius Mansion is so tender it’s like pudding, drizzled with sauce it’s amazing! • There’s a pancake stall in Xinghua Alley, freshly made pancakes rolled with scallions, one bite is crispy to the point of crumbling, adding crispy fried dough makes it even tastier~ 🚗【Transportation Guide】 It’s just over 20 minutes by taxi from Qufu East Station. If driving, parking is only 10 RMB💰 and very convenient~ There are sightseeing buses🚌 inside the scenic area, so if you’re lazy to walk, just hop on! 🏨Top 2 recommended places to stay! 1️⃣ Nishan Academy Hotel A standalone building hidden halfway up the mountain🏠 Open the door to a bamboo courtyard🌿 Soak in the private hot spring at night while stargazing, and you can even try making scented sachets! The cultural atmosphere is fully immersive~ 2️⃣ Nishan Guesthouse Hotel Right at the scenic area entrance, just a 5-minute walk! The hotel package includes breakfast and a second entry ticket, so after a tiring day you can relax at the hotel, then head out again at night for fireworks—perfect for lazy travelers! 💡【Travel Tips】 • Remember to bring a light jacket in summer! The indoor air conditioning is strong~ • The drone fireworks show is only on Fridays and Saturdays, canceled if it rains, so check the scenic area’s official info before going👸 • Wear Hanfu to take photos at the vermilion corridor in the Letter Hall! The light at 3-4 pm is perfect! You’ll get amazing shots in no time📷
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