[2025 Xiamen Attraction] Travel Guide for Tong'an Confucius Temple (Updated Jul)

Located in Tong'an District, Xiamen City, Fujian Province, China, the Tong'an Confucius Temple is a historic site established during the Tang Dynasty. This spot combines majestic architecture with rich Confucian culture, making it a recommended destination for families and history enthusiasts. [Highlights] - Dacheng Hall: Experience the solemn atmosphere where the statue of Confucius is enshrined. - Stone Tablets and Plaques: Numerous stone tablets inscribed with writings from historical scholars are on display. - Traditional Cultural Experiences: Programs such as wearing Hanfu and calligraphy workshops are available for children to enjoy. [Access] - Approximately 30 minutes by bus or taxi from Xiamen City. - Nearest station: Tong'an Chengdong Bus Stop (bus recommended). [Recommended Points] - Learn history in the tranquil temple grounds while enjoying plenty of photogenic spots. On holidays, the temple is bustling with families, so visiting on a weekday morning is recommended to avoid crowds. Feel the culture and history at Tong'an Confucius Temple—be sure to visit!

Confucian temples, also known as Wenmiao, are witnesses to the cultural history of a city. Tong'an Confucian Temple is located on the west bank of Dongxi River, Sanxiu Community, Datong Street, Tong'an District, Xiamen City. It was built by Chen Hongji, the magistrate of Tong'an County, at the end of the Five Dynasties period in Denglongfang. It was moved to its current location in the 10th year of the Shaoxing period of the Song Dynasty. It was rebuilt in the Song, Yuan, and Ming Dynasties. The Dacheng Hall was rebuilt in the 32nd year of the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty.

Today at Tongan Confucius Temple. The architecture of the Confucius Temple, the big trees in the Confucius Temple, and the stone statues in the Confucius Temple can all be admired for a long time. It is a great place to just stroll around or take your kids on an educational tour. There are many delicious foods in Tongan. Normally, if I have food to eat, I walk. After all, you need to digest the food after eating, otherwise you won’t have the stomach to eat all that. If you start your visit from the Film and Television City, you will visit Tiananmen Square of Tongan People. To the right, you will first reach Brahma Temple, and to the left is Meishan Temple. You can walk in a circle. Brahma Temple~Wujia oyster pancakes, fried tofu~Dongshan Ah Dai salt duck~Dongshan Kunci oyster pancakes and tofu soup~Minnan ancient houses can be seen in the alleys~Jinbao Shacha noodles~Guzhuang’s little chef, Xiaojie pancakes~fried skewers~Lehai’s production team canteen, Fenggang Dachangguo~Yangqiang Furong chicken legs, fried tofu~Zhenzhixing snacks~Lufeng’s Feiwen duck noodles (4pm), ancient oyster soup (morning to noon), Yinbing soup salty rice~Bell Tower~Bell Tower’s bowl cake (morning), Nanjing flavor (afternoon to evening)Shuangxi Park~Nanmen Bridge’s Rumei snacks~Confucius Temple~Puqian Feidong full of fried cakes, fried dumplings, vegetable buns~Wenbita Park~Meishan Park~Meishan Temple~Movie and Television City Ha ha. Walk around from memory. There are still many delicious foods that I haven’t written down, firstly because I can’t think of them at the moment, and secondly because I may not have discovered them yet. Welcome to add Tongan welcomes you

📆【Travel Guide】 📆Itinerary: Tong'an Confucius Temple 🚗Transportation Guide: Get off at Tong'an No.1 Primary School Bus Station 🌟Highlights of the trip: 1. The only Confucius Temple in Xiamen, the ancient city of Tong'an, which is the center of traditional culture in Xiamen today and also the center of the ancient city, hence it has a Confucius Temple. The Confucius Temple was the educational and administrative center of ancient cities. The Tong'an Confucius Temple is also the Tong'an Museum, which houses many stone carvings and steles from Tong'an, making it one of the treasure troves of cultural relics. 2. The Confucius Temple and the surrounding ancient cultural attractions form a continuous area, including the ancient city walls, the Bronze Fish Pond, the old county government office, and the Zhu Xi Academy, all nearby. 3. Close to Xiamen's only bell tower, the Tong'an Bell Tower, the surrounding area is full of food, drink, and entertainment options, making the ancient city of Tong'an a great choice for tourists who enjoy traditional cultural travel and Hanfu photography. 💰Average cost: Free admission. 📌Small Tips: 1. The ancient city of Tong'an is basically near the Tong'an Bell Tower. 2. It is recommended to walk when approaching the ancient city during traffic peaks. 3. The museum (Confucius Temple) prohibits entry after 5:30 pm. Please arrange your visit according to the museum's opening hours.