Taipei Confucius Temple

Confucius is often called, “the Socrates of the East,” for just as the wisdom of Ancient Greece permeates the modern West, the teachings of Confucius are the foundation for people in the East.

We visited Taipei’s Confucius Temple today, and were treated to the sight of newlyweds posing on the beautiful grounds.

One area of the temple featured a variety of percussion instruments. My favorite was the doglike creature. I’d love to hear what it sounds like when the musicians gather their to create “auspicious and peaceful” sounds!Lue lisää