Nishan Mountain is renowned in Chinese history, second only to the famous ‘Three Confucian Sites’, as it is recorded in historical texts as the birthplace of Confucius. Originally named Niqiu Mountain, it was later renamed to avoid using the name of Confucius. Nishan Mountain stands at an elevation of over 340 meters, with five peaks rising in a row at the summit. On the eastern slope, there are structures such as the Confucius Temple and Nishan Academy, along with the ‘Eight Views of Nishan’ which include Wulao Peak, Luyuan Forest, Zhiyuan Stream, Kunling Cave, Guanchuan Pavilion, Zhonghe Ravine, Wende Forest, and Baiyun Cave.
The Confucius Temple on Nishan Mountain was constructed during the Northern Zhou Dynasty, dating back over a thousand years. It has been continuously renovated and expanded through various dynasties, featuring five courtyards and more than fifty halls. The temple houses over ten stone steles from the Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, making it an important resource for understanding the history and architectural evolution of Nishan Mountain, the birthplace of Confucius.
Opening hours are 09:30-17:00 all year round, with night sessions subject to official景区 approval; from November 19th, the opening hours for the Confucius Temple at Nishan are 09:30-16:30.
