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2.5h History Walking Tour in Confucius Temple & Guozijian Museum
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Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn More
2 to 3 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
The Confucius Temple and the Imperial Academy (Guozijian) were both established in the 14th century. They together served as the highest educational institution of the state and the site where emperors conducted ceremonies to honor Confucius.
We will provide an approximately 2 hour and 30 minute detailed English-speaking tour, covering temple culture, sacrificial culture, learning culture, the imperial examination system, architectural standards, and more. This will offer you a comprehensive opportunity to better understand Chinese culture.
What's Included
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Meet at the entrance of the Temple of Confucius.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
The Confucius Temple and the Imperial Academy (Guozijian) were both established in the 14th century. Following the ancient system of "temple on the left, school on the right," they together served as the highest educational institution of the state and the site where emperors conducted ceremonies to honor Confucius. We will first visit the Confucius Temple. Here, we will provide a detailed explanation of Chinese temple culture and introduce the life of Confucius. We will also explore the architectural structure of the Confucius Temple and its role in sacrificial ceremonies.
1 Hours 30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
Afterward, we will visit the Imperial Academy (Guozijian) that next to the temple of Confucius. Here, we will provide a detailed explanation of ancient Chinese learning culture and the imperial examination system. We will also explore the functions of the various rooms in the Imperial Academy and delve into the historical context of the time.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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