Laojie River Education Center Introduction
Environmental education is not as boring as you might think! The first river-themed environmental education site in Taiwan, the Old Street Creek River Education Center, offers a complete understanding of the past, present, and future of the Old Street Creek, from outdoor environments to indoor displays. Not only that, but the center occasionally holds events such as an environmental education cinema, riverside markets, agricultural lectures, DIY courses, and clean creek walks, all of which are sure to make you say, "How novel!" Start your environmental education journey by sliding down the approximately 6-meter-long colorful time tunnel slide. The water source mound at the entrance simulates the way our ancestors built terraced fields, showcasing the wisdom of harmonious coexistence with nature. The two main buildings in the park are transformed from Hakka old houses. Enter the Old Street Creek Story House, which was remodeled from a brick bungalow, where the front vegetable garden, bamboo fence, courtyard, large kitchen stove, and outdoor plaza recreate the living scenes of a traditional farm, providing a great opportunity for children who grew up in urban areas to learn about rural life. Inside the Old Street Creek Story House, exhibits introduce the development of the Zhongli area: Is Fruit Street only selling fruit? Where is the largest market in Zhongli? Why is Zhongli beef noodle soup so famous? What is the oldest elementary school in Zhongli? After a stroll, you will instantly become a Zhongli expert! Another two-story building in the park, the River Ecology Education Center, is a new steel structure that covers the restored old house. The first floor of the center displays themes about the Old Street Creek, allowing children to learn about the river ecology through illustrated panels, lifelike models, and interactive devices. The second floor introduces the 120-day restoration and revitalization process of the Old Street Creek. The projecting observation platform allows trees to grow upward, not only adding greenery to the park but also echoing the River Education Center's promotion of environmental sustainability.
