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People Confucius Temple and Imperial College - four views (above) of the largest Confucius temple in China outside of Qufu, birthplace of Confucius. Set in a large park in the southern part of Beijing, this temple was used in official ceremonies of the Ming court. Immediately north of the Forbidden City is Beihai Park, replete with temples, a large lake, and traditional gardens such as this. www.martinguilfoyle.250x.com /china1.htm   (505 words)

Adherents.com: By Location Sacrifice to Confucius in the Confucian temple terminated in 1928 and thereafter Confucianism ceased to be an official religion. Confucian temples were erected all over the empire, tablets to COnfucius and his followers were placed within these temples, and sacrifices and rituals were performed before these tablets and elsewhere. Each village has a temple in which there is a round altar made of stone, 4 ft. in height, more than 10 ft. in diameter, surrounded by banana trees and brambles. www.adherents.com /adhloc/Wh_68.html   (505 words)

Qufu - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The descendants of Confucius lived in the Kong family mansion located to the east of the temple. Qufu is the legendary birthplace of Confucius; it served as the capital of the State of Lu during the Spring and Autumn Period. Since Confucius' descendants were conferred noble titles and were given imperial princesses as wives, many of the tombs in the cemetery show the status symbols of noblemen. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Qufu   (1323 words)

Wikipedia: World Heritage Sites Temple and Cemetery of Confucius, and the Kong Family Mansion in Qufu, Shandong province (1994) Temple of Heaven : an Imperial Sacrificial Altar in Beijing (1998) Haeinsa Temple Janggyeong Panjeon, the Depositories for the Tripitaka Koreana Woodblocks www.factbook.org /wikipedia/en/w/wo/world_heritage_sites.html   (1323 words)

Study abroad,in China A renowned lama temple of the Yellow Hat Sect of Lamaism, was originally built in 1694 as the residence of Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing dynasty. Jianfu Temple (Jianfu Gong) sits at the base of the mountain and is a large, well-preserved Taoist temple from the Tang Dynasty. We will also visit the nearby Lama Temple (Yonghe Gong), the largest and most active Tibetan Buddhist temple outside of Tibetan areas. www.thebeijingcenter.org /SummerSchool/cstcfr.htm   (1540 words)

China : Introduction : The Best Temples Frommers.com Kong Miào (Qufu): One of China's greatest classical architectural complexes, this spectacular temple in Confucius's home town is the largest and most magnificent of the hundreds of temples around the country honoring the sage. Temple of Heaven (Beijing): The circular Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, one of the finest achievements of Míng architecture, is almost as well-known as a symbol of Beijing as the Tian'an Mén, but the three-tiered sacrificial altar of plain stone is thought by many to be the most sublime object of beauty in China. Yonghé Gong (Beijing): After the Qing Yongzhèng emperor moved into the Forbidden City, his personal residence was converted into this temple. www.frommers.com /destinations/china/3330028650.html   (438 words)

China Ten It is the largest Confucian Temple with the exception of the one at Qufu (the birthplace of Confucius). This temple was the private residence of Count Yin Zhen, but in 1723 (Qing Dynasty) he was made emperor and he moved to the Forbidden City. We toured the Confucian Temple and the Yonghe Temple, and we got a close up look at the Hutongs (the traditional narrow lanes with houses in the form of quadrangles on both sides). www.ar.cc.mn.us /china/wax_99_installments/installment10.htm   (5078 words)

www.InShenzhen.com : Sightseeing in Beijing The Confucius Temple is located West of the Lama Temple. The Lama Temple is one of the finest temples in Beijing and is located at the Second Ring Road North. Four altars, located in a 267 hectar park in the south of Beijing from the Temple of Heaven. www.inshenzhen.com /inbeijing/startbeijing.htm   (606 words)

UNESCO World Heritage Centre - World Heritage List Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion in Qufu (1994) The Committee decided to extend the existing cultural property, the Temple of Ggantija, to include the five prehistoric temples situated on the islands of Malta and Gozo and to rename the property as "The Megalithic Temples of Malta". The "Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjavur", which was previously inscribed on the World Heritage List, is part of the "Great Living Chola Temples". whc.unesco.org /pg.cfm?cid=31&id_site=561   (2422 words)

The Forgotten Name Temple Photo It's right across the road from the Temple of Confucius. Kusunoki Masashige was a 14th century samurai who fought for Emperor Go-Daigo in his attempt to wrest rulership of Japan away from the Kamakura shogunate, then under the leadership of the Hojo clan. Today I took off with one of the guys from the Guest house, a fellow Brit by the name of Indrin. www.travelblog.org /Photos/1318.html   (2422 words)

HolidayCity Destinations - Tourist Attractions in Beijing, China Confucian Temple — China’s most influential philosopher is remembered in this great temple, second in size and stature only to the temple in Confucius’ home town of Qu Fu. Yonghe Lamasery — This renowned lama temple of the Yellow Hat Sect of Lamaism, is situated in the northeast part of Beijing city. Temple of Heaven — It is much bigger than the Forbidden City and smaller than the Summer Palace, The Temple was built during the Ming Dynasty to offer sacrifice to Heaven. www.holidaycityflash.com /china/beijing_things_todo.htm   (393 words)

No Common Denominator - THE GLOBAL TRIP 2004 This was the opposite of the Confucius Temple and Imperial College across the street, which was practically deserted except for a handful of tourists including myself. To the west of the temple grounds were the Seven Star Stones, representing the seven peaks of Taishan Mountains, and the Long Corridor, a covered walkway now frequented by musicians practicing the violin and Chinese operatic singing. The rest of the Temple of Heaven park was a fairly pleasant park with cedar trees and the other structures used in the harvest praying ceremonies, like the Fasting Palace, where emperors fasted for three days beforehand to purify themselves. tblogs.bootsnall.com /theglobaltrip/updates/004118.shtml   (1751 words)

World Heritage Centre - World Heritage List Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion in Qufu (1994) The Committee decided to extend the existing cultural property, the Temple of Ggantija, to include the five prehistoric temples situated on the islands of Malta and Gozo and to rename the property as "The Megalithic Temples of Malta". The "Brihadisvara Temple, Tanjavur", which was previously inscribed on the World Heritage List, is part of the "Great Living Chola Temples". whc.unesco.org /pg.cfm?cid=31&id_site=250   (2603 words)

Nanjing travel guide This atmosphere extends into the Confucius temple itself, which now houses a tacky display of dressed-up mannequins. The temple was turned into a memorial hall for soldiers killed in the battle in 1928 in memory of martyrs of the Northern Expedition (1926 -1927). Located 20 kilometers northeast of the city proper, the 1,500-year-old temple is one of the famous ancient temples in China. www.cnhomestay.com /city/cityguides/nanjing.htm   (2603 words)

Nanjing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Fuzi Miao (Temple of Confucius) and Qinhuai River As a popular tourist destination, Nanjing is often cited as having a unique charm: with vast number of cultural sites and pleasant natural surroundings perfectly blending together, the ancient city enchants millions of tourists with a memorable experience. Nanjing Library, founded in 1907, houses more than 7 million volumes of printed materials and is the 3rd largest library in China, after National Library in Beijing and Shanghai Library. en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Nanjing   (2603 words)

China Through A Lens 13 Stele Pavilions Inside the Temple of Confucius Cypress of Han Dynasty in Dai Temple, Mount Tai Grant Hall in Huayan Temple at Mt. Laoshan www.china.com.cn /features/photos/shandong/shnadong.htm   (2603 words)

Nanjing Travel , Nanjing Hotel , Confucius Temple , Yangtze River Bridge Purple Mountain Observatory . Ming Tomb Built in 514 and renovated in the Ming Dynasty, the enormous temple was seriously damaged; what one sees today is only part of the Dragon King Palace (Longwangdian) of the former grand temple. Nanjing Travel, Nanjing Hotel, Confucius Temple, Yangtze River Bridge Purple Mountain Observatory. The present city wall, 33.7 kilometers long and 12 meters high, was built between 1368 and 1398 during the reign of the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty. www.chinatravelhub.com /regions/201nanjing.htm   (2603 words)

rbddh10.txt The emperor himself, after sacrificing according to the ritual of Confucius, visits a Tao-sse temple, and afterwards bows before an image of Fo in a Buddhist chapel. Of all the topes and temples which (the travellers) saw in their journeyings, there was not one comparable to this in solemn beauty and majestic grandeur. There was a pulpit in a large hall of the temple, and the audience sat around on the matted floor. www.gutenberg.org /dirs/etext00/rbddh10.txt   (18823 words)

Amazon.com: The Analects: Confucius: Books: David Hinton Yen Hui, Adept Hsia, Jan Ch'iu, Master Tseng, Fan Ch'ih, Kuan Chung, Prime Minister, House of Chi, Lord Chi K'ang, Adept Hua, Duke Chou, Adept Chin, Grand Temple, The Book of History, Three Families, Mandate of Heaven Confucius failed in his lifetime to rescue a crumbling civilization with his teachings, but he was to become the most influential sage in human history. His thought, still remarkably current, survives here in The Analects-a collection of brief aphoristic sayings that has had a deeper impact on more people's lives over a longer period of time than any other book in human history. www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/1582430381?v=glance   (1137 words)

The Analects of Confucius A temple of Confucius always existed in traditional Chinese cities, patronized by students. Confucius did not know the Mandate of Heaven, the moral order of the universe, until he was fifty. Confucius' student Tzu-kung repeats the basic principle of Confucian morality, "What I do not want myself, I do not do to others"; but Confucius doesn't think he is quite up to that yet, "You have not quite got to that point yet." www.friesian.com /confuciu.htm   (1066 words)

Wong Tai Sin Temple Wong Tai Sin Temple, Hong Kong, China, 1987 Altar in Shrine for 3 Sages Confucius, Buddha, Lao Tse www.socwel.ku.edu /candagrant/Gallery/HFC-Thumbnail/Taoism/Wong%20Tai%20Sin%20Temple,%20Hong%20Kong,%20China,%2087,%20EC/Wong%20Tai%20Sin%20Temple%20page.htm   (1066 words)

wikien.info: Main_Page Fuzi Miao (Temple of Confucius): the greatest traditional Chinese commercial center. Jimingsi Temple: in ancient time it's called The First Temple of Southern Dynasties (Southern China). Jiangan Gongyuan: the symbol of culture of Jiangnan area(Southeastern part of China south of the Yangtze River). www.hostingciamca.com /index.php?title=Nanking   (1066 words)

Mandarin Garden Hotel, Nanjing, Regent Tour China Description: Nanjing Mandarin Garden Hotel, a luxurious international five-star hotel with distinctive national features, is located to the northern part of the well-known Confucius Temple, Qinhuai Scenic District. Location: Nanjing Mandarin Hotel is less than half an hour by bus from any airport, railway station or pier in the city. www.regenttour.com /chinaplanner/nkg/nkg-food-mandarin.htm   (148 words)

Mandarin Garden Hotel, he Nanjing Mandarin Garden Hotel, located just north of the Confucius Temple in the center of Qinhuai Scenic District, is a luxurious international hotel with distinctive national features. No. 9 Zhaung Yuan Jing Fuzi Temple Nanjing China It combines classical oriental style with all the modern conveniences. www.cbw.com /hotel/nanjingmandarin   (238 words)

Taiwan Yearbook 2004 Restoration Works: Changhua Confucius Temple; Lukang Lungshan Temple; Panchiao Lin Family Garden. worldwide, including Hsi Lai Temple, Nan Tien Temple, Nan Hua Temple, Pumen High Sch., Hsi Lai U., Nan Hua U., Fo Guang U., Chihkuang Sch. ecommerce.taipeitimes.com /yearbook2004/P431.htm   (3025 words)

Kong Zi - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Kong Zi Kong Zi Pinyin form of Confucius, Chinese philosopher. This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. encyclopedia.farlex.com /Kong+Zi   (80 words)

Suggested Tours Tsoying's Lotus Lake, Confucius Temple, Spring and Autumn Pavilions, Wuli Pavilion, Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. Tsoying's Lotus Lake-Confucius Temple, Spring and Autumn Pavilions, Wuli Pavilions, and Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. From city center go to see Tsoying's Lotus Lake, Confucius Temple, Spring and Autumn Pavilions, Wuli Pavilion, and Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. taiwan.wcn.com.tw /en/kaohsiung/suggest.shtml   (80 words)

VirtualTourist.com - sunnywong's Changhua Things to Do Tips Changhua Confucius Temple was built in 1726 more than 200 years ago, ranked as class-1 ancient remains. In the middle of it is the Confucius Shrine with an attached tablet "Dau-gwan-gu-jin" bestowed by the Emperor Chyanlung in Ching dynasty. Lungshan Temple in Lukang, built in the end of Ming Dynasty, was repaired and moved to the present place during the years of Chyanlung in Ching dynasty. members.virtualtourist.com /m/271a0/10845c/4   (721 words)

Scenic Spots in Shandong Province The dramatist of the Qing Dynasty Kong Shangren's tomb is located outside the red wall of Confucian Family Graveyard and it is one of the tombs of Confucius' offspring. Confucius Temple was first built in 478 B.C. According to legend, Confucius' former residence was used as a temple and a memorial ceremony was held annually. He Chaoming of the Ming Dynasty felt sorry for this and therefore built a wall by the side of the cliff, on which were carved three characters "Ai Shen Ya" (Life-Treasuring Cliff) as a warning. www.seu.edu.cn /EC/english/sdfj2.htm   (1125 words)

China Trip Coach Tour IV: Beijing, Wuqiao, Jinan, Tai'an, Qufu, Xuzhou, Nanjing, Suzhou and Shanghai- China Travel Tours by Bus by Yangtze Cruises, Inc Visit Qufu, the birthplace of Confucius, renowned for the magnificent Confucius Temple, Confucius Mansion and Confucius family cemetery and some other well-preserved historical sites and relics. Then down the mountain by cable car for lunch and visit Dai Temple, one of three largest temples in China, which was built for worshipping Mount Tai in 961AD. Beijing, Wuqiao, Jinan, Tai'an, Qufu, Xuzhou, Nanjing, Suzhou and Shanghai www.chinaplanner.com /tours/coachtours/citsnet14.html   (658 words)

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