Wuwei Confucian Temple

The temple extends across 15,300 square meters and contains three main sections: the Wenchang Hall, the central Confucius Temple, and the Liangzhou Confucian Academy.

Construction of the temple began in 1437 during the Ming Dynasty, followed by multiple reconstructions during the Chenghua, Shunzhi, Kangxi, Qianlong, and Daoguang periods.

The temple complex functions as an educational center where scholars study Confucian teachings and participate in traditional ceremonies throughout the year.

The temple grounds include the Wuwei Museum, which displays over 36,000 artifacts including ancient bamboo slips, bronze cannons, and porcelain from various dynasties.

The Western Xia Tablet, featuring inscriptions in both Chinese and Tangut languages, represents a rare example of bilingual documentation from medieval China.

Location: Wuwei

GPS coordinates: 37.92417,102.64222

Latest update: March 6, 2025 11:47