When Kuo Yi-ching, a music teacher from Taipei, received a performance invitation to Quanzhou in 2022, she had no idea it would lead to a heartfelt journey of self-discovery. 🎻 As she stepped onto the stage in this southeastern Chinese mainland city, Kuo uncovered a deep ancestral connection: Quanzhou is the ancestral home of 9 million Taiwan compatriots, including her own family.
\\"It felt like coming home,\\" Kuo shared, reflecting on her emotional performance. Her story mirrors those of countless residents of Taiwan who travel to Quanzhou to trace their roots—bridging histories through shared culture and melodies. 🎵
The city’s ancient streets, dotted with ancestral temples and traditional Minnan architecture, have become a living museum for cross-strait heritage. For young travelers and diaspora communities, Kuo’s journey highlights how art and history intertwine to create unexpected connections—one note at a time. 🌸
