Shandong Travel｜Nishan Sacred Land, Exploring the Birthplace of Confucius

According to *Records of the Grand Historian*: "Praying at Niqiu, Confucius was born." Nishan, the birthplace of Confucius, is not only one of the cradles of Confucian culture but has also been developed into Nishan Sacred Land with the core concept of "Confucius' World, the World's Confucius." It has become a "cultural retreat for cultivating virtue" and a "world-class humanistic tourism destination." Save this travel guide! 📍Location: Qufu City, Jining, Shandong Province 🎫Tickets: - Performance combo ticket: 300 RMB - General admission: 160 RMB (discounts available for online booking) ✈️How to Get There: 🚄High-speed rail: Arrive at Qufu East Station, then take a 20-minute taxi ride or bus routes 29/K30 to "Nishan Tourist Service Center." 🚗Self-drive: Navigate to "Nishan Luyuan Parking Lot." Official parking is recommended for reliability. 1️⃣Nishan Sacred Land: An Immersive Journey into Confucian Culture 🌟Confucius Statue: The world's tallest statue of Confucius. Best photo spots: Guanshui Terrace (for lake reflections) and the third step in front of the statue (to avoid distortion from low angles). 🌟Great Learning Hall: The cultural heart indoors, featuring the 81-step "Path of Great Learning," a 105-meter corridor displaying 30 clay sculpture groups depicting *The Analects* stories, and five halls themed on Benevolence, Righteousness, Propriety, Wisdom, and Trust. Also enjoy light shows and *The Analects* calligraphy experiences. 🌟Sacred Water Lake & Confucius Causeway: Perfect for sunset strolls. At night, don’t miss the "Phoenix Dance over Nishan" water-screen light show combining lasers and fireworks. 🌟*The Sound of Gold and Jade*: A grand ceremonial performance blending poetry, music, and dance to showcase Confucian life rituals. Best seats: Rows 6-8 in the middle section (arrive 20 minutes early). 2️⃣Luyuan Village: A Blend of Ancient and Modern Etiquette Experiences 🌟Learning: Study workshops (rubbing art, sachet DIY) and "Ancient Changping Village" scenario classes. 🌟Skills: Intangible cultural heritage displays (Lu embroidery, fish lantern crafting) and AI robot-guided "Exploring Confucianism" tours. 🌟Leisure: Southern-style garden landscapes and the nighttime light show *Joyful Learning in Spring* (holographic screens + laser projections). 🌟Meditation: Zen spaces and tea-boiling by the stove. 🏨Accommodation: Nishan Academy Hotel: Standalone southwestern Shandong-style villas with bamboo courtyards. The Yatang Chinese Restaurant serves authentic Confucian Mansion cuisine.