Penghu Confucius Temple (Wenshi Academy) Introduction
Wenshih Academy is the only academy in Penghu and the oldest school, established in the 31st year of the Qianlong era (1766). It was later damaged during the Sino-French War. During the early years of Japanese rule, Wenshih Academy was converted into a field hospital, and after the hospital was removed, the academy was renovated and rebuilt into the Penghu Confucius Temple. It is located next to the Penghu Living Museum on Xinxing Road in Magong City, serving as the birthplace of education in Penghu. The academy is named "Wenshih" due to the abundance of "Wenshih" stone in Penghu. Initially, it enshrined the deity of Kuixing, which is why it is also called "Kuixing Tower." It has undergone several renovations over the years; in 1895, local residents restructured Wenshih Academy into a Confucius Temple to preserve the inherent culture of the Chinese nation. In 1999, the Penghu County Government allocated a budget for renovations, resulting in its present appearance, thus it is also referred to as the "Penghu Confucius Temple" today. Upon entering the main gate of Wenshih Academy, one can immediately see the towering stone tablet at the edge of the wall, although the inscription on the Shilang Jingtai tablet has been worn down. The architecture of Wenshih Academy showcases the traditional style of the Qing Dynasty, embodying standard Chinese characteristics with its two-story pavilion, which includes the Dacheng Hall, East and West Wings, Dacheng Gate, Lingxing Gate, and Chongsheng Shrine, all preserving traditional architectural features. 【Recommended stay time】 1 hour
