Taipei Confucius Temple — Attraction in Taipei

The Confucius Temple, without doubt has to be one of the best temples I have visited. By all means, it is not the prettiest, or best designed but it is more than just a temple. There are different activities that help to further your learnings e.g. Calligraphy. This temple is not one of the most popular as you can tell by the limited number of tourists that go here but I would really recommend people to take time to visit here. I also got involved in the free activities such as creating a hanging decoration for Chinese New Year and getting my own card with Calligraphy by an expert. They also have a 4D movie, which is a bit of a touristy gimmick but this gave a different experience and also taught me some more things about the history...

It was first built in 1879, destroyed during the Japanese era, and rebuilt in 1930 with a design from the famous architect, Wang Yi-Shun. It is modeled after the original Confucius Temple in Qufu, Shandong, but is the only temple in Taiwan that has Fujian-style ceramic adornments. In the main hall, one can find a black plaque with gold letters inscribed by Chiang Kai-shek that says “Educate Without Discrimination”

Interestingly, there is also a 4D theater showing the journey of Confucius and the history of the temple.

There are also many interesting exhibits about the Chinese language (explained only in Chinese).

Free to visit and wasn't too crowded when you visit in...

The Taipei Confucius Temple was built in 1879 during the Qing era, after Taipeh Prefecture was established in 1875. During the Japanese era, the temple was demolished, but was rebuilt in 1930. The temple is modeled after the original Confucius Temple in Qufu, Shandong. Among the Confucius temples in Taiwan, Taipei's is the only one adorned with southern Fujian-style ceramic adornments. At the main hall of the temple one can see a black plaque with gold lettering which was inscribed by Chiang Kai-shek that reads "Educate without Discrimination." The temple features 4D theater which showcases the journey of Confucius and the history...