Confucian elegance and the sacred landscape of Nishan: Explore the source of Confucius's wisdom in Qufu, Shandong.

Qufu, Shandong, is an ancient yet modern city that is home to the sacred site of Nishan. This is the birthplace of Confucius, the greatest sage and teacher. For thousands of years, Nishan has been known not only for its beautiful natural scenery, but also as a cultural landmark in China and the world due to the influence of Confucius and Confucianism. Nishan Sacred Land Scenic Area perfectly combines the beauty of nature with the light of humanity, leading every visitor on a journey of spiritual and sensory baptism. Upon entering Nishan Sacred Land, the first thing that comes into view is the majestic Nishan Mountain Range. The mountains are continuous and undulating, like a winding dragon, guarding this sacred land. At the foot of the mountain, a rippling Pan Pool lies quietly there, reflecting the surrounding mountains and the rolling clouds in the sky. It seems to be the eye of the earth, insight into all the changes in the world. The willows along the coast are graceful, and when the spring breeze blows, the willow silk dances lightly. Accompanied by the sound of reading, a strong scent of books comes to the nose, making people feel refreshed, as if they have traveled back to the era of advocating learning and respecting teachers. Continue to move forward, pass through the antique archway, and a magnificent building complex comes into view. This is Nishan Confucian Temple and Academy. The red walls and yellow tiles, the carved beams and painted buildings, every brick and tile reveals the vicissitudes of history and the heaviness of culture. Among the temples, the ancient trees are towering, the pines and cypresses are tall and straight, and they complement the solemn and solemn halls, creating a quiet and peaceful atmosphere. Stepping into it, it seems that you can hear the teachings of the ancient sages, touch the essence of Confucian culture, and let people draw wisdom and strength in awe and emotion. Nishan Sacred Land not only has rich cultural heritage, but also fascinating natural landscapes. The most acclaimed is the Holy Water Well. The well water is clear and bottomless. It is said to be formed by the water bathed by Confucius at birth, which has extraordinary significance. Tourists often take water here to wash their hands and faces, pray to purify their souls, take away the fatigue of the journey and the troubles of the world, and leave a pure and spotless soul. Beside the holy water, there are often devout people chanting fragments of "The Analects of Confucius". The sound is melodious, the lingering sound is lingering, and it echoes the surrounding natural beauty, forming a unique human landscape of Nishan Sacred Land.