Laojiexi River Education Center Introduction
Environmental education is more interesting than you think! The first river-themed environmental education venue in Taiwan—Laojiexi River Education Center—offers a complete experience of the past, present, and future of the Laojiexi River, from outdoor environments to indoor exhibitions. In addition, the center also regularly holds activities such as environmental education cinema, riverside markets, agricultural talks, hands-on courses, and clean-up walks, which many find "so novel!" Your educational journey officially begins as you slide down a 6-meter-long colorful time tunnel slide. The water source hill at the entrance simulates the wisdom of early settlers in building terraced fields, showcasing a harmonious coexistence with nature. The two main buildings in the park are remodeled Hakka houses, and entering the Laojiexi Story Museum, which was redeveloped from a brick bungalow, visitors can see a garden, bamboo fence, courtyard, kitchen, and outdoor plaza that recreate the scenes of life in an old farm. For children raised in urban areas, this is a great opportunity to learn about rural life. The Laojiexi Story Museum displays information on the development of the Zhongli area; is the fruit street only selling fruits? Where is the largest market in Zhongli? Why is Zhongli beef noodle so famous? Which is the oldest elementary school in Zhongli? After walking around, you'll become a Zhongli expert! Another two-story building in the park—the River Ecology Education Center—features a newly constructed steel structure covering restored old houses. The first floor showcases the theme of Laojiexi, where children can learn about river ecology through graphic panels, lifelike models, and interactive devices. The second floor introduces the 120-day improvement and revitalization process of Laojiexi. The outwardly extending observation deck provides space for the trees to grow upward, adding greenery to the park and echoing the River Education Center's concept of promoting environmental sustainability.
