Wenchang Confucius Temple
Wenchang people are famous for their love of learning, so it is only natural that a Confucian temple, linked to the fortunes of scholars, should be found here.…
Wenchang Confucius Temple, Wenchang
Key facts
- Admission
- ¥15
- Opening hours
- 8：00—17：30
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Getting there
- It is an easy walk from the Jinshi International Hotel in Wenchang. Moon Bay: If Hainan’s environment is excellent, Moon Bay is a paradise on earth. The sight of its waves will amaze you, stepping onto its sand will leave you feeling wonderfully relaxed, and eating its lobster will show you what “fresh from the sea” truly means. Huanqiu Wharf: Also known as Qinglan Wharf, this is Wenchang’s main fishing harbour. The wharf is home to a large seafood market, where visitors can buy all kinds of seafood just landed from the sea. Wennan Old Street: The buildings on Wennan Old Street were constructed by overseas Chinese (Nanyang returnees) who came back home, and they carry the imprints of the past. Unlike the bustling arcade streets of Haikou, it is quiet and unhurried.
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2512. Open in Google Maps
About Wenchang Confucius Temple
Wenchang people are famous for their love of learning, so it is only natural that a Confucian temple, linked to the fortunes of scholars, should be found here. Having weathered more than nine hundred years of wind and rain, the temple has been relocated and rebuilt several times and now stands in its present form.
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Quick Highlights
Soong Family Ancestral Home: This courtyard-style ancient building displays historical materials, photographs, paintings and replicas relating to Soong Ching-ling’s youth, the revolutionary years, and her work for world peace.
Haishang Wooden Boardwalk: China’s longest pier extending into the sea, it has become a landmark of Hainan’s tourism.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Wenchang Confucius Temple cost?
Admission to Wenchang Confucius Temple is ¥15, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Wenchang Confucius Temple?
Wenchang Confucius Temple is open 8：00—17：30.
How do I get to Wenchang Confucius Temple?
It is an easy walk from the Jinshi International Hotel in Wenchang. Moon Bay: If Hainan’s environment is excellent, Moon Bay is a paradise on earth. The sight of its waves will amaze you, stepping onto its sand will leave you feeling wonderfully relaxed, and eating its lobster will show you what “fresh from the sea” truly means. Huanqiu Wharf: Also known as Qinglan Wharf, this is Wenchang’s main fishing harbour. The wharf is home to a large seafood market, where visitors can buy all kinds of seafood just landed from the sea. Wennan Old Street: The buildings on Wennan Old Street were constructed by overseas Chinese (Nanyang returnees) who came back home, and they carry the imprints of the past. Unlike the bustling arcade streets of Haikou, it is quiet and unhurried.
How long should I spend at Wenchang Confucius Temple?
Plan on 1 hour for Wenchang Confucius Temple.
Where is Wenchang Confucius Temple?
Wenchang Confucius Temple is in Wenchang, Hainan Province, in the South China of China.
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