Liberty Lane and Cheng Nan-jung Memorial Museum Introduction
To highlight Taiwan's democratic values and freedom of speech, on June 19, 2012, the Taipei City Government passed a resolution to name the alley located at Lane 3, Alley 3, Section 3, Minquan East Road in Taipei City—where Mr. Cheng Nan-jung self-immolated in his fight for freedom of speech—as "Freedom Alley." Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-pin unveiled the "Freedom Alley" sign on August 21, 2012. Inside "Freedom Alley" is the Cheng Nan-jung Memorial Hall, which is the former office of the "Liberty Times" magazine. At the entrance of the memorial hall, there is a bronze statue of Cheng Nan-jung and a large photo. The solemn space retains mementos such as Cheng Nan-jung's personal belongings and manuscripts, photographs of related events, and publications from the Liberty Times magazine office at the time. The memorial hall currently offers scheduled visits, where guests can learn more about the sacrifices and contributions made by this democratic fighter for Taiwan's freedom of speech through a documentary and guided tours. Visitors and tourists coming here not only pay respect to the spirit of their predecessors but can also feel the city government's dedication to protecting this precious asset of freedom of speech.
