Confucius Temple offers autumn holiday programs for students in Linyi

The Confucius Temple in Linyi, East China's Shandong province, has prepared a package of autumn holiday activities for students, pairing ginkgo-viewing with Confucian culture from Nov 13 to 17, except Nov 16 when the temple closes.

Photography corners with themed backdrops and ginkgo-leaf props are set up for family photos under the golden trees. Each morning at 9:28 am, a blessing ceremony is held in front of Dacheng Hall, the temple's main hall, where children can join the ancient rite and receive a free prayer ribbon — limited daily, first come first served — to write their wishes for their studies, joining the ribbons already strung with names and hopes of visiting students.

A light-hearted Analects quiz lets young visitors test their knowledge of Confucius' sayings, with small prizes for correct answers. The temple said the program is designed to give children a holiday experience that combines culture with autumn scenery.

Editor：韩蒙蒙