The 2025 Qufu Confucius study tour festival kicked off in front of the Kuwen Pavilion at the Temple of Confucius in Jining, releasing 10 premium study tour routes featuring rich Confucian culture. Here are five recommended ones.

Pilgrimage tour in Qufu

Qufu in Jining, East China's Shandong province, is the hometown of Confucius and the cradle of Confucianism. It is a perfect place to embark on a pilgrimage tour and gain deeper insights into the great sage.

Visit the Temple and Cemetery of Confucius, the Kong Family Mansion (the three Confucian sites) and Nishan Sacred Land. Experience the opening ceremony of the Ancient City of Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Confucian sacrifices, and traditional activities like shadow-play and reading the Analects to get an immersive trip with Confucius.

The Temple of Confucius in Qufu, Jining, Shandong province. [Photo/Dazhong News]