The Temple of Confucius
The Temple of Confucius was first built by Kublai Khan in the Yuan Dynasty, and was restored and rebuilt on several occasions during the Ming and Qing dynasties.
In 1737, during the reign of Qing Emperor Qianlong, the major hall was renovated and was recovered with magnificent yellow glazed roof tiles. In 1860, when the worship of Confucius was further emphasized by the Qing Government, the temple under went extensive restoration which lasted until 1916.
It was the second largest Confucius Temple after the temple at Confucius hometown, Qufu, Shandong.
