[2025 Ganzhou Attraction] Travel Guide for Confucian Temple (Updated May)

- If you're tired of the crowded, popular attractions in Ganzhou, why not come to the lesser-known Confucian Temple and experience a cultural journey through thousands of years? 📜 Historical and Architectural Highlights - The Best Confucian Temple in Jiangxi: Built in the Song Dynasty, most of the existing buildings were constructed during the reign of Emperor Qianlong in the Qing Dynasty. It is not only a place to worship Confucius, but also served as the school of Ganxian County. Covering an area of 7,000m², it is the largest and highest-level ancient county school site in the province. - Unique Colored Porcelain Roof: The Dacheng Hall is covered with yellow and green glazed tiles, which shine in the sun. This is the only example of its kind in the country. The blue and white porcelain kiss beasts and carved wooden arches on the roof ridge show even more ingenuity. - The Mystery of the "Forbidden City Style" Door Nails: Each door of the Dacheng Gate has 9x9 or 81 nails (the same as the Forbidden City), far more than the Confucius Temple in Qufu. 📸 Great for Taking Pictures: With its red walls and flying tiles, the Confucian Temple is a great place to take photos. Standing in front of the Dacheng Gate, wearing ancient costumes, and using the quaint architecture as a backdrop, you'll be fully immersed in the atmosphere of the imperial court. Or have a friend stand on the other side of the arch and zoom in to capture the full artistic effect. The double dragon sculptures and large incense burner in the Dacheng Hall are also excellent photo spots, and side or upward shots look great. 🎈 Super Effective for Academic Success: Many students and parents come here to worship Confucius and the sages before the college entrance examination and senior high school entrance examination, praying for good results and admission to their ideal schools. You may also want to come and soak up the scholarly atmosphere of the Confucian Temple. 📍 Address: Southeast of the old city of Ganzhou, north side of the eastern section of Houde Road 🚌 Transportation: You can take a bus or taxi to get there from the city. 🎫 Tickets: Free admission A visit to the Ganzhou Confucian Temple usually takes 1–2 hours. You can combine it with other attractions such as the Fushou Ditch Museum and the Wei Family Courtyard for an in-depth Ganzhou city walk. Come to the Ganzhou Confucian Temple to experience the historical charm and cultural heritage, and enjoy an unforgettable travel experience.

Ganzhou·Jiangxi, a city embracing the charm of the Song Dynasty, is known as the Song City of the south of the Yangtze River. Here, you can stroll along the banks of Ganzhou·Jiangxi, where the Zhang and Gong rivers converge, feeling the pulse and stories of the ancient city. Literary figures like Xin Qiji once lamented the clear waters beneath the Yugu Platform, and Mao Zedong also praised the unique scenery here. Travel Tips: Wen Temple: Standing proudly since the first year of the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty, it has become a sacred place for venerating Confucius. It also serves as the school for Ganzhou County, where local students study. Song City of the South: The historical and cultural street of Song City not only has ancient Song Dynasty architecture but also features three hundred Tang poems hanging in the air. Sigh at the worldly fireworks, and wait for nightfall, when the entire street is adorned with poetry~ Dreamy and dazzling, as if returning to the Song Dynasty in a dream. Zao'er Lane: A typical ancient city street with a more diverse architectural style. There are Hakka buildings from southern Jiangxi, as well as more refined Huizhou-style architecture. There are also Western-style buildings with European influences. Ancient Floating Bridge: Located beneath the city walls, as you pass through the ancient arch of the Jianchun Gate, your gaze is involuntarily captured by a mesmerizing historical scene. You can also climb the Song Dynasty city wall and view the entire panorama of the Floating Bridge, which is very photogenic. Yugu Platform: A public activity center of the Song Dynasty, a gathering place for historical buildings and cultural relics. Must-see attractions: Song City of the South, Ancient Floating Bridge, Yugu Platform—just 3 hours, and you can wander through these free historical corridors. During holidays, the performances in Song City add to the fun of the visit and become a paradise for photography enthusiasts. 😋 Food Recommendations: 🍲 Flavorful Pork Rib Cake: Uphill from Xiaonan Gate, good value for money; 🍲 Zengji Radish Dumplings and Aimei Fruit: Renmin Alley, traditional delicacies; 🍲 Anyuan Three Freshness Noodles: Opposite Yugu Platform, tender noodles with fresh soup, and bouncy beef balls; 🍲 Swallow's Mother Breakfast Shop: Huangwuping Road, local specialty mixed noodles with a rich variety. 📷 Photography Tips: 📷 The night view of Song City of the South is very photogenic, with dim lights and night lamps like stars creating a dreamy atmosphere. 📷 There are Hanfu (traditional Han clothing) experiences available in the scenic area, which are not too expensive. You can choose your favorite Hanfu to wear for photos and check-ins, and touring the scenic area is quite nice. 📷 For night photography, find good lighting or bring your own lighting equipment. 📷 Generally, Hanfu experience shops offer follow-up photography, but the scenes are quite fixed. It's recommended to find your own spots to take unique and beautiful photos. 📷 Besides the main street's poetry lamps, you can walk around the adjacent alleys. The various styles of lanterns are also very beautiful, and with fewer people, you can avoid embarrassing moments. Every city has its unique story, and Ganzhou·Jiangxi, with its rich historical and cultural heritage, invites you to wander through this ancient city. In this corner forgotten by time, a precious historical treasure trove is hidden. Only by walking through it can you truly feel the unique charm of this city. Here, you can travel through time and experience the Song Dynasty's ambiance, feeling the breath of life from that era.

| The ultimate guide to the strongest special forces is just this one.🚄: Depart from Longyan on the earliest train at 6:50 🎫: 99 We want to go early and play for an extra two hours. If you're not in a hurry, you can take the train, which also takes two hours, and it only costs 41.5 After arriving at the destination, there is a bus🚌 on the right side of the exit that can take you to the old town area 🚴: The distance between attractions is not far, you can directly use Alipay🔍 to search for Hello Bike Rental - we rent electric bikes at Xiao 8 Electric Bike Rental, but be aware of a pitfall: we ordered a daily rental electric scooter🛵 online for 15 per day, but the store said they didn't have this model (it feels like a deliberate bait-and-switch), so we rented one for 35. If you don't rent, you can use shared bikes which are available everywhere Route: Xiao South Gate (for food)👉🏻Wen Temple👉🏻Fushou Ditch Museum👉🏻Wei Family Courtyard👉🏻Fishing Platform Snack Street👉🏻Zao'er Lane👉🏻Jianchun Gate👉🏻Gu Fu Bridge👉🏻Yongjin Gate👉🏻Ancient City Wall👉🏻Bajingtai👉🏻Song Chao Never Sleep City👉🏻Yu Gu Tai👉🏻Standard Clock👉🏻Graffiti Wall👉🏻1969 Cultural and Creative Park👉🏻Yuwangli Food Street First, we went to Xiao South Gate for food. Both sides of the street are full of eateries. The Amy fruit is sticky and delicious😋, the hot skin is smooth and tender, and the chick dessert🐣 roasted brulee taro puff is 15r and super tasty, it will burst with flavor～ After eating, right next to it is the Wen Temple where you can go in for a photo and check-in📷, then to the Fushou Ditch Museum to learn about the ancient drainage system. Next to it is the Wei Family Courtyard, which is quaint and charming, and then to the Fishing Platform Snack Street to eat Ningdu meatballs. There are a lot of food options on the street. Zao'er Lane is just a lane you can walk through and then go for a Ganzhou local milk tea🥤 at Qing Tea opposite Jianchun Gate and Gu Fu Bridge. The whole road up is on the way. Yu Gu Tai and Song Chao Never Sleep City are places to visit during the day, and you can go again at night. If you have time, rent a Hanfu and take unbeatable photos. On the way to the 1969 Cultural and Creative Park, you will pass Xijin Gate, and there's a place on the roadside that sells freshly fried dumplings🥟 that are very fragrant. Places to eat: Xiao South Gate, Fishing Platform Snack Street, Yuwangli Food Street

Visiting experience: Hey, family! Today I came to the Ganzhou Confucian Temple, it's like traveling back to ancient times! Every brick and tile here tells a story of history. Standing in front of the Dacheng Hall, I seem to see the diligent and hard-studying figures of ancient scholars, which really makes me, a poor student, feel ashamed! It is said that Confucius had three thousand disciples and seventy-two wise men, I think this place must have also cultivated many talents! History is the best textbook. Here you can feel the profoundness of Chinese culture. By the way, I also heard that making a wish here is very effective, maybe Confucius will bless you with good grades! Itinerary schedule: Morning: Visit the various halls of the Confucian Temple and learn about Confucius's life and Confucian culture. Noon: Taste local delicacies in the surrounding area. Afternoon: Continue the tour, admiring the beauty of ancient architecture. Special attention tips: 1. Pay attention to civilized visiting, respect Confucius and Confucian culture. 2. You can ask a tour guide for explanations to better understand the history and culture. 3. Bring a camera to capture the beautiful moments. 📍Detailed address: Zhanggong District, Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province.

The Ganzhou Confucian Temple is located in the old city district and is a national key cultural relic protection unit. Reconstructed during the Qing dynasty, it is the largest in scale and highest in formal rank in Jiangxi Province, and the most completely preserved Qing dynasty county school and Confucius worship site. The architecture of the Confucian Temple has characteristics of the Lingnan region, especially the color of the rooftops, which are particularly bright and vivid. The Ciyun Pagoda, originally part of the Confucian Temple, now stands in the center of the playground of Ganzhou Houde Road Primary School and is not open for visitors.

Ganzhou Confucian Temple is located at No. 42 Houde Road, Zhanggong District, Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province. The existing buildings were rebuilt in the 42nd year of the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty (1777). The Ganzhou Confucian Temple faces south and covers an area of about 13,000 square meters. Along the central axis, there are the Wanjun Palace Wall, the square, the Lingxing Gate, the Pan Pool, the Zhuangyuan Bridge, the Dacheng Gate, and the Dacheng Hall, in succession. The Ganzhou Confucian Temple has a basically complete structure, and it is the largest in scale, highest in hierarchical status, and best preserved in its original state among the Qing Dynasty county schools and Confucius worship sites in Jiangxi. The Chongwen Academy campus of Houde Road Primary School in Ganzhou City, Jiangxi Province, is located next to the Confucian Temple. With the thousand-year-old Ciyun Pagoda and adjacent to the Confucian and Martial Temples, it is a classical garden-style school with a profound accumulation of excellent traditional Chinese culture and a beautiful environment.

After my third visit to Ganzhou, the Confucian Temple finally opened its doors to me, allowing me to fulfill my long-cherished wish. Both the Dacheng Gate and the Dacheng Hall have double-eaved hip roofs. They are magnificent, dignified, simple and plain, and they incorporate the characteristics of southern Jiangxi folk houses, making them unique. (Recorded on 2/13/2024)

Quanzhou Prefecture Confucius Temple was first built in the late Kaiyuan period of the Tang Dynasty, moved to its current location during the Taiping Xingguo period of the Northern Song Dynasty, and has been repaired many times over the generations, gradually forming its scale. Quanzhou Confucius Temple is the largest existing ancient Confucius temple complex in southeastern China. Quanzhou Confucius Temple is also a less visited attraction, with several repaired inscriptions standing at the entrance. The ancient hall looks majestic from a distance, and the details of the carved beams and painted buildings are intricate up close. These buildings have gone through a thousand years, containing the architectural forms of the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. Quanzhou Confucius Temple is also the venue for the Spring Festival Gala in Quanzhou. That year, Hu Ge and Xu Ruoyun sang 'Love Each Other Like a Family' by the Pan Pool. Highlights of Quanzhou Confucius Temple: The Pan Pool is where ancient teachers taught. The Champion Bridge, in ancient times only those who passed the imperial examination could ascend this bridge. The Dacheng Hall, a Song Dynasty building, has a double-eave roof structure, equivalent to the Forbidden City. Address: Tumen Street, Licheng District, Quanzhou City Ticket: Free Opening hours: 9:00~17:00 (Closed on Monday)