During their visit, students from Washington College not only studied Mandarin at Tunghai University’s Chinese Language Center, but also immersed themselves in Taiwan’s rich history and culture.
The Center specially invited professors from Tunghai’s Department of History to lead lectures and guided visits to Taichung’s Huilai archaeological site and the National Taichung Theater, giving students deeper insights into the local cultural context. Of course, they also made a special request to try one of Taiwan’s iconic dishes—hot pot! After all, food is one of the best ways to understand a place!
Their journey also extended to Taipei and Tainan: In Taipei, they visited the Jing-Mei White Terror Memorial Park and the National Palace Museum, witnessing the intersection of history and art. In Tainan, they explored the Koxinga Shrine, diving into the legacy of General Zheng Chenggong and experiencing the depth of Taiwan’s early history
This cultural journey was a perfect blend of language learning, culinary exploration, and historical discovery—nothing short of enriching! We hope they’ll take the beauty of Taiwan back to the U.S. and share it with many more!
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