Laojiexi River Education Center Introduction
Environmental education is not as boring as you might think! The first river-themed environmental education field in Taiwan, the Lao Street Creek River Education Center, provides a complete understanding of the past, present, and future of Lao Street Creek, from the outdoor environment to indoor exhibitions. Not only that, but the center also regularly hosts activities such as environmental education cinema, riverside markets, food and agriculture lectures, hands-on courses, and clean creek walks that are sure to surprise you with their novelty! The journey begins with a thrilling slide down a colorful time tunnel slide that is about 6 meters long. The water channel source mound at the entrance simulates how early inhabitants built terraced fields, showcasing the wisdom of harmonious coexistence with nature. The park features two main buildings that have been converted from traditional Hakka houses. Entering the Lao Street Creek Story Museum, which is made from a brick bungalow, you will find a vegetable garden, bamboo fence, courtyard, large kitchen stove, and external square, all recreating scenes of life in a traditional farm. For children raised in urban areas, this is a great opportunity to learn about rural life. Inside the museum, there are exhibits introducing the development of the Zhongli area; does Fruit Street only sell fruit? Where is the largest market in Zhongli? Why is Zhongli beef noodle soup so famous? What is the oldest primary school in Zhongli? After wandering around, you'll quickly become an expert on Zhongli! Another two-story building in the park, the River Ecology Education Center, is a new steel structure that envelops a restored old house. The first floor of the center features an exhibit introducing Lao Street Creek, where children can learn about the creek's ecosystem through visual display boards, lifelike models, and interactive installations. The second floor presents the 120-day process of restoration and revitalization of Lao Street Creek. The protruding observation platform allows trees to grow upwards, adding greenery to the park while echoing the River Education Center's promotion of environmental sustainability.
