What is Kindergarten Like in Taiwan?

Starting the journey two years ago, our son was signed up for kindergarten. Our situation wasn't the easiest; our son spoke English and Polish, with only a few Chinese words. My husband was busy working, so our son had spent his days with me for the past four years. The kindergarten didn't see this...

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Miaoli Travel: Luzhunan Old Houses

Nestled beside the Toufen Industrial Zone in Miaoli, Luzhunan Old Houses in Luzhu Village is a historic community with a rich 300-year heritage. To prevent their hometown from fading into obscurity, a passionate group of locals established an association and meticulously planned a series of community...

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Discover the Flavors and Traditions of the Dragon Boat Festival

This year, I decided to try making my own zongzi for the first time. They didn't turn out perfect, but I learned a lot. It takes plenty of time and practice to perfect the wrapping technique; mine ended up a bit loose, causing the filling to leak out in some corners. Since I'm not a big fan of sticky...

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Tainan Travel: Yanshui Train Station and Japanese Shrine Remains

Travel date: 2024/05/18While traveling to Tainan City, we made stops to visit some places along the way. Unfortunately, the weather wasn't favorable, with occasional clouds and rain. Our first stop was Yizhu Village in Chiayi, a small village bordering Yanshui District of Tainan, where we also visited...

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