A lively delegation of students and faculty from seven top universities on the Chinese mainland embarked on a cultural deep dive across the Taiwan region this week! Their journey comes amid warming cross-strait exchanges, blending education with heritage exploration.
On Thursday, the group visited the 200-year-old Lin An Tai Historical House and Museum in Taipei—a stunning southern-Fujian-style complex buzzing with traditional crafts and rituals. From first-birthday ceremonies to hands-on art classes, the site bridges history and modern cultural revival. \"It’s like stepping into a living history book,\" said Peng Yihang, a Tsinghua student. \"This isn’t just about learning—it’s about keeping our shared roots alive.\"
Next stop? The iconic Taipei Confucius Temple, where the delegation studied ancient rituals and ceremonial tools linked to Confucianism—a cornerstone of East Asian philosophy.
The trip, organized by the Ma Ying-jeou Culture and Education Foundation, also included academic exchanges with local universities. Representatives from Peking University, Fudan University, and other institutions joined the dialogue, sparking fresh collaborations.
With young voices leading the charge, this visit highlights how cultural preservation can unite generations—and geographies. After all, shared heritage knows no borders!
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