Jining, a journey of experiencing culture and martial arts from east to west
📍 Jining has a long history and culture, and is one of the important birthplaces of Chinese civilization, Confucian culture, Water Margin culture, and Canal culture. The cultural ancestors Huangdi, Confucius, Mencius, Yan Hui, Zengzi, and Zisi, the five great sages of Confucianism, were all born here. During the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, Jining became an important industrial and commercial city along the Grand Canal from Beijing to Hangzhou. On this magical land known as the 'Oriental Holy City', Confucian culture, Canal culture, Water Margin culture, and Red culture shine together.
🌟 Tourist attractions:
Confucius Three Holes Scenic Area; Shuipo Liangshan, Water Margin Alcohol Culture Experience Hall; Baoxiang Temple, Confucian Temple, Zhongdu Folk Museum, Zhongdu Museum
🌟 Travel suggestions:
👉 Day 1: Shuipo Liangshan (Armory Museum, Zhongyi Hall, Heifengkou), Water Margin Alcohol Culture Experience Hall; Baoxiang Temple, Confucian Temple, Zhongdu Museum
👉 Day 2: Confucius Three Holes Scenic Area (Confucius Temple, Confucius Mansion, Confucius Forest)
Accommodation recommendations: Confucian culture-themed hotel, Heroes' Feast, Confucian Mansion Cuisine
🌟 Performance recommendation: Shuipo Liangshan (Water Margin situational drama)
🌟 Attraction recommendations:
✅ Shuipo Liangshan: Don't miss this scenic area if you like 'Water Margin'. You can visit Liangshan's two passes, Left Army Fort, Right Army Fort, Command Platform, Heifengkou, Twisting Gate, Zhongyi Hall, etc. While enjoying the beautiful scenery and feeling the charming landscape of Liangshan, you can experience horse riding, archery, 'eating meat in big chunks, drinking in large bowls' of Water Margin heroism. At the Command Platform in the scenic area, you can enjoy folk stunts such as 'Bowl Music Solo' and 'Guzheng Singing'; interact with Li Kui at the popular check-in spot Heifengkou.
✅ Zhongdu Museum: Zhongdu Museum is located on the east side of Taizi Lingzong Tower in Wenshang County. It is a double-eave pavilion-style building with double arches and colorful paintings, carved beams, and painted rafters. It is 21 meters high and covers an area of 2,800 square meters. The plaque was inscribed by the famous calligrapher and Redology scholar Mr. Feng Qiyong. The exhibition hall is divided into six sections: Dawn of Civilization, Zhongdu Culture, Introduction of Buddhism, Four Ministers of the Same Dynasty, Grand Canal Hub, and the Special Exhibition of Treasures Unearthed from the Baoxiang Temple Underground Palace.
✅ Confucius Three Holes Scenic Area: The Confucius Three Holes Scenic Area is the sacred place for commemorating Confucius and pilgrimage of Confucian scholars throughout the dynasties, and it is a symbol of promoting Confucianism. It is famous for its rich cultural accumulation, long history, grand scale, rich collection of cultural relics, as well as scientific and artistic value.
The tour guide explained the whole process very carefully and value for money. The tour guide was very enthusiastic and attentive throughout the process. The itinerary was more reasonable, pure play small groups, and the price was very high.
In Qufu for many days, I have been thinking about going to Sankong for a turn. After all, it is a cultural monument, so I chose the Confucian Arts and Cultural Tourism explanation. I originally thought it was just a scenic spot introduction, but after listening to Mr. Ma’s explanation, it was really amazing. I originally thought that Confucius was a saint, far from me. But after Mr. Ma explained, he realized that his thoughts were with us. His cultural heritage is particularly deep, and he can always link what has happened in history with our real life, and give us more inspiration for our life. This cultural journey has really benefited a lot. Next time I will definitely bring my children here, and listen to Mr. Ma's explanation again. This experience is really great!
The three-hole scenic spot is worth taking children to see. There are a lot of students who worship Confucius in the off-season. I also prayed for my daughter. The most memorable thing is to ask for a pair of words for my daughter. The calligrapher wrote it. The Tibetan poem of the family was complete. There are Confucius hanging pictures at home!
Scholars, ancient heritage! Coopers, stone monuments, halls, dragon pillars... everywhere reflect the traces of saints. Secluded pavilion, pious tourists, exquisite buildings, speechless thoughts~~~
Qufu Sankong Shandong is a mountain, a water and a saint. The saint is Confucius. Qufu is worthy of the city of Confucius. Wherever Confucius is, there are statues of Confucius. Confucius is a cemetery. You must take a shuttle bus or you will die. Confucius is the house of Confucius. You can see the most worthwhile is the Confucius Temple. The temple is very big, it is worth visiting. The opening ceremony and the closing ceremony have time to see.
Qufu local teacher Kong helped us to do a tour guide. The weather is hot, explain and patient. I compared a lot of service projects before, and I chose this kind of explanation for in-depth tours. The three holes were all finished together. The Confucian Temple and the Confucian Mansion leaned on their feet in the morning, and the Konglin who walked after lunch could take the battery car. After lunch, take a carriage to Konglin, full of fun, and can also reflect Qufu's local characteristics. Thanks to Mr. Kong for his professional companionship, calling each of us a teacher, really reflects the character of Confucius's descendants, benevolence, righteousness, and wisdom.
Come to Qufu during the May Day holiday, there is a city opening ceremony at 7:30 in the morning (non-holidays should be only available at 8 o'clock), and follow the ceremony to enter the city to check the ticket. There are too many people. Sankong Scenic Area is a place where every Chinese should come. The traditional cultural atmosphere here is strong and has continued its history for more than 2,000 years. It is not easy, because the emperors of all dynasties attach great importance to Confucian culture. Therefore, Kong family can safely pass through one dynasties and another, cultural relics and culture can continue.
The three-hole scenic spot (Confucius Temple Confucius Mansion Confucius Forest), is really shocking. As soon as I entered the Confucius Temple, I didn't know how many gates I walked through. It felt like other places were like historical deserts. A tree was more than 1,000 or even 2000 years of history. Layers of time and space are piled with countless traces of saints and times.