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Learning Made Sweet and Fun: Baking the Famous Pineapple Cake
This afternoon's cultural activity was one of my favorites! We enjoyed a refreshing break from the heat, learning how to bake pineapple cake. The students had a blast baking and... keep reading
Adventures in Shifen and Jiufen！
This trip took us to Shifen and Jiufen in New Taipei City, where we enjoyed a day full of adventure and fun. In Shifen, the students experienced the unique activity... keep reading
Mastering Mandarin Calligraphy: Unveiling Ancient Artistry
This week, students immersed themselves in one of the world's oldest art forms, exploring a Chinese script with roots dating back over 3,000 years. There are five principal styles of... keep reading
A Day Steeped in Aroma: High School Students Immerse Themselves in Taiwanese Tea Culture
Today, the students had a delightful and fragrant day in Taiwan, deeply immersing themselves in the island's unique tea culture. This activity offered the students a chance to participate in... keep reading
Peering into the Past: Longshan Temple and Bopiliao Historical Block
This week we brought students to one of my favorite places in all of Taipei, Longshan Temple and Bopiliao Historical Block. Around 200 years ago Taipei 101 was not this city's central hub, but rather it was this now seemingly quaint neighborhood. Can you imagine a bustling place full of people going to drink tea as they listen to the radio or pray at the temple for an upcoming exam?
A Cultural Journey Through Taipei: Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101
Today, we took a group of American students on a cultural exploration journey in Taiwan. While the primary goal is for them to learn Chinese, we also want them to... keep reading
A Modern-day Escapade into Historic Tainan
This past weekend, students journeyed to Tainan to explore its profound historical significance as one of the Taiwan's oldest cities. Initially established by the Dutch in the early 17th century... keep reading
A Journey into Calligraphy: American High School Students' Chinese Character Exploration in Taiwan
This summer, a group of American high school students embarked on a cultural exploration journey to Taiwan to learn Chinese. They not only studied the language but also delved deeply... keep reading
Discovering Taiwan Through ShiFen and Jiufen
The Journey Begins: Shifen Shifen, a small town known for its historic railway and breathtaking waterfall, was the first stop on the students' itinerary. The journey to Shifen itself was... keep reading
Divining the Future in Taipei - Lungshan Temple
A Brief History of Lungshan Temple Lungshan Temple honors the Bodhisattva 觀音 ( Guānyīn), who is devoted to compassion. The temple was originally founded in 1738, and its current version... keep reading
From Dough to Delight: Crafting Pineapple Cakes and Exploring Taiwanese Culture
Greetings from Taipei, Taiwan! Our HSSA school students recently embarked on a delightful cultural activity that immersed them in the essence of Taiwanese traditions—pineapple cake making. This experience was not only educational but also incredibly fun.
Exploring the Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101！
The HSSA students had a trip to Taipei—Exploring the Grandeur of Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall and the Pinnacle Wonders of Taipei 101！ We kicked things off by visiting the Chiang... keep reading
The Heat is On - First Day in Taipei
From a mock snowball fight to the grueling Taipei sun, our first day hit all the temperature points. The excitement was palpable from breakfast, even before the day officially started... keep reading
Qingshui Cliff and Tea Picking Experience
Afternoon take bus to Qingshui Cliff is located in the 22.7-kilometer section between Heping and Qingshui in Xiulin Township, Hualien County. It is mainly composed of marble, gneiss and green... keep reading