Discovering Confucius: Lucy’s Trip to the Ancient Temple!
Hey there, friends! 👋 Have you ever heard of Confucius? He’s one of the most famous teachers and philosophers from ancient China! 📚 In this exciting episode of Lucy’s Journey, Lucy chats with American videographer Paschall Landon Douglas about his amazing visit to the Temple of Confucius in Qufu.
A Walk Through History
The Temple of Confucius is built right where Confucius used to live over 2,000 years ago, way back in 478 BC! 🏯 It’s part of the San Kong complex, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. That means it’s super important to the world! 🌍
What Makes the Temple Special?
Imagine walking through nine peaceful courtyards lined with tall pine trees. 🌲 The path is 1.3 kilometers long—that’s like walking around a big park! Along the way, you can see:
- The Grand Dacheng Hall: A magnificent hall that honors Confucius. It’s big and beautiful!
- The Apricot Platform: This is where Confucius used to teach his students. Can you picture him sharing wisdom here? 🤔
- The Majestic Lingxing Gate: The impressive entrance that welcomes visitors to the temple.
- Ancient Steles and Inscriptions: Stones carved with words from long ago, telling stories of the past.
Confucius and Chinese Culture
Douglas shared with Lucy how deeply Confucius is connected to Chinese culture. His teachings about respect, kindness, and learning are still important today! 🎓
Join the Adventure!
So, are you ready to explore ancient history and learn more about Confucius? Why not join Lucy and imagine yourself walking through the Temple of Confucius? It’s like stepping back in time! 🕰️
Stay curious, and until next time, happy exploring! ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
