Penghu Confucius Temple (Wenshi College) Introduction
Wenshi Academy is the only academy in Penghu and the oldest school, established in the 31st year of the Qianlong era (1766), but it was damaged during the Sino-French War. In the early Japanese occupation period, Wenshi Academy was turned into a field hospital, and after the hospital was removed, the academy was remodeled into the Penghu Confucius Temple. It is located next to the Penghu Living Museum on Xinhua Road in Magong City, and is considered the birthplace of education in Penghu. Due to the abundance of stone tablets in Penghu, it was named Wenshi Academy. Initially, it was dedicated to the deity of Kuaixing, hence it was also called "Kuaixing Tower"; it has undergone several renovations over the years. In 1895, local people transformed Wenshi Academy into the Confucius Temple to preserve the inherent culture of the Chinese nation. In 1999, the Penghu County government allocated a budget for its reconstruction, resulting in its current form, and it is now also known as the "Penghu Confucius Temple." Upon entering Wenshi Academy, one can immediately see the towering stone tablet by the surrounding wall, although the inscriptions have been worn smooth. The architecture of Wenshi Academy follows traditional Qing Dynasty style, featuring a standard Chinese-style two-story pavilion. This includes the Dacheng Hall, the east and west wings, the Dacheng Gate, the Lingxing Gate, and the Chongsheng Shrine, preserving the traditional architectural features. 【Recommended stay duration】 1 hour.
