The Confucius Museum officially opened in the city of Qufu, the birthplace of the Chinese philosopher, in east China's Shandong Province on September 6, 2019. /VCG Photo

China's first comprehensive museum about Confucius covers 55,000 square meters and has received 232,000 visitors since its trial operation began on November 26, 2018. /VCG Photo

A collection of more than 300,000 files about the Confucius family, over 40,000 classic books and more than 8,000 ancient costumes and a number of musical instruments used when paying tribute to Confucius are on show. /VCG Photo

Educator and philosopher Confucius (551-479 BC) founded his eponymous school of thought that deeply influenced later generations. He was also the first Chinese to set up private schools and enroll students from all walks of life. /VCG Photo