CENTENNIAL SPRING'S BEAUTY REVIVES

Name: CENTENNIAL SPRING'S BEAUTY REVIVES
Start: 2023-07-05
End: 2023-07-10
Location: Taiwan

Code: 74962 Copied

Taiwan Environment Environment Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

Luliao, a prosperous settlement with a population of 98,000 in its early days, owes its wealth to the springs, sambar, and farming in the area. The Luliao garment industry was once renowned throughout the country, contributing to the town’s success. This project aims to revive the importance and historicity of the century-old fountain, while exploring the rise and fall of the garment industry and its future. Aims: 1. Revitalizing the centennial spring. 2. Promoting cultural exchange. 3. Sharing international culture and making friends with the locals. 4. Discussing the Garment Industry issue. 5. Experiencing a typical Taiwanese lifestyle in Luliao, Taichung.

💼 What the programme involves

1. Creating installation art or painting the environment of the spring. 2. Learning about the culture and history of the community and participating in Paper Mulberry DIY by taking a small walking tour. 3. Preparing a talent show with the local elders. 4. Visiting and introducing the garment industry, then discussing the possibilities of various garment industries with different international perspectives.

🏠 Accommodation on site

1. Stay in a traditional building with a beautiful garden, sleeping on tatami or air beds. No need to bring your own blanket unless you have your preference. Showers and toilets are available. 2. Laundry machines are available. 3. A paid telephone for international calls is available at a 7-11 just nearby, only a 5-minute walk from the accommodation. 4. First aid: a local clinic near the accommodation is just a 5-minute walk away. 5. Accommodation is approximately a 5-minute drive from Shalu Train Station and a 10-minute drive from Taichung International Airport.

📍 About the location

Located in the middle of Taiwan, Shalu Town. Google Map:Shalu Community Development Association. https://reurl.cc/6NEGWM Leisure: Excursions, cultural exchange events with local people, etc.