MAKE RIVER and OLD HOUSE SMILE AGAIN | VYA-2604HC | 2026-08-10 - 2026-08-28 | ENVI | Age: 18 - 45

Wuqi District is located on a plain between the Da an River and the Dadu River, bordering Qingshui District to the north, Shalu District to the east, Longjing District to the south, and the Taiwan Strait to the west. Today, Wuqi s coastline is connected to Taichung Port. As a coastal town, Wuqi s development history is inextricably linked to the rise and fall of its port.Wuqi was formerly known as Zhuofaxie and Wuqi Port. During the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty, it was called Ao Xi. In the Guangxu period of the Qing Dynasty (1891), it was renamed Wuqi Port, meaning the phoenix does not perch on places other than Wuqi, does not drink from springs other than the sacred spring, and does not eat bamboo .On December 25, 2010, Wuqi Township was upgraded to Wuqi District as part of the merger of Taichung County and City into a special municipality. Although the administrative area is not vast, it still has a deep cultural tourism potential, especially its rich cultural assets, such as local historical relics, historical buildings, and local folk culture, which are all worth seeing.In the past few years of its prosperous years, temples have also become ubiquitous buildings in Wuqi, reflecting the piety of the ancestors to religion and their expectations for life. When the northeast monsoon blows, local eels migrate, leading to a proliferation of seafood restaurants in Wuqi. These restaurants not only satisfy the palates of locals but also allow visitors to experience the daily life of this land.Aims:The coastal area of Taichung boasts numerous traditional buildings and is a region where population migration and folk activities flourish. The purpose of this activity is to understand the importance of preserving the environment of the port area and to learn about the historical buildings in the port area of Taichung City, such as the traditional houses in Wuqi Old Street. Participants will learn about traditional architecture and its reuse methods. Furthermore, this activity will allow participants to experience the local customs, industries, and lifestyle of Taichung Port.

Work: 1. Cleaning up the waterways in the port areaWe will clean up the waterways in the port area to improve the environment and make it a more pleasant recreational area. This work requires physical labor and teamwork.2. Restoring old buildings and creating new spacesWe will dedicate ourselves to restoring old buildings in the port area and creating new spaces for the community. This work requires creativity and a passion for preserving local history and culture.We especially welcome participants with backgrounds in visual arts, architecture, landscape design, and spatial planning. These skills are crucial to the success of the project.We believe these projects have the potential to bring real change to the community. We look forward to working with you to achieve great things We hope you can join us this summer

Accomodation and food: Accommodation for this event will be provided in shared rooms within the community. Participants are required to bring their own sleeping bags and mosquito repellent. Daily meals will be provided by the community; please inform us in advance of any special requests. Participants can also enjoy local Wuqi cuisine, especially seafood, during their free time.

Location: TAICHUNGCITY

Location and Leisure: No. 14, Aoxi Rd., Wuqi Dist., Taichung City 435, Taiwan43533274;20013;24066;26791;26866;21312;39986;35199;36335;1434399;Google MAP: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ztADMvWeFE6gpeju8

Airport: TPE

Train/Bus station: Taoyuan International Airport

Requirements: We prefer participants who are interested in community service, old house restoration, and space creation, particularly those with relevant background experience in visual arts, architectural design, landscape architecture, and space planning.

Meeting point: No. 14, Aoxi Rd., Wuqi Dist., Taichung City 435059 , Taiwan TIME: first day between 1400-1600 pmTransportation details will be provided on infosheet, which will be sent one month before the project

Language: eng,chn

Extra Fee: 0 EUR

We prefer participants who are interested in community service, old house restoration, and space creation, particularly those with relevant background experience in visual arts, architectural design, landscape architecture, and space planning.