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's municipal meeting approved the proposal to name Alley 3, Lane 106, Section 3, Minquan East Road in Taipei City as "Freedom Alley", where Mr. Cheng Nan-jung self-immolated in his fight for freedom of speech. Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin unveiled the sign for "Freedom Alley" on August 21, 2012. The Cheng Nan-jung Memorial Museum, located within "Freedom Alley", is the original site of the office of the magazine "Liberty Times". The entrance of the memorial features a bronze statue and a large photograph of Cheng Nan-jung. Within the solemn space, personal belongings, manuscripts, and memorabilia related to Cheng Nan-jung are preserved, along with photographs of related events and publications from the "Liberty Times" magazine. The memorial can be visited by appointment, and through watching documentaries about Cheng Nan-jung and guided tours, visitors can gain a deeper understanding of the sacrifices and contributions made by this democratic warrior for freedom of speech in Taiwan. Visitors to this location can not only pay tribute to the spirit of their predecessors but also appreciate the city government's commitment to cherishing this precious asset of freedom of speech.
