Taipei Launches 'Cheng City Hunter' Event in Historic Dihua Street

Taipei City's Department of Youth Development is set to host a distinctive event called "Cheng City Hunter" on July 5th in the historic Dihua Street area. This immersive experience combines urban exploration, real-life puzzle-solving, stamp collecting, and musical performances, inviting young people to become "city hunters." Participants will navigate the century-old streets, uncover stories hidden in alleyways, and rediscover Taipei's cultural charm by solving riddles and collecting stamps.

Youth Development Commissioner Chou Yi-hsi explained that Dihua Street is a familiar yet often overlooked part of Taipei. To engage young people, the department is shifting from traditional guided tours to a real-life puzzle-solving format. "Cheng City Hunter" aims to make exploring the city fun and educational, allowing youth to learn about urban culture and appreciate Taipei from new perspectives as they progress through the challenges.

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Dadaocheng is a place many Taipei residents are familiar with yet strangers to. Everyone passes by often, but not everyone stops to truly get to know this neighborhood.

Beyond the urban treasure hunt, the event will feature a diverse stage program. The acclaimed a cappella group "Missing You," winners of the Golden Melody Award for Best Vocal Group, will showcase their intricate harmonies. Additionally, Chang Ya-chun and Chou Po-yu will present an innovative performance blending Yueqin and violin, merging traditional and modern musical styles. The Drumily percussion ensemble will deliver a dynamic performance, highlighting the energy and vitality of contemporary percussion.

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Therefore, the Youth Academy has flipped the traditional walking tour and guided tour model, planning 'Cheng City Hunter' in the form of real-life puzzle-solving that young people enjoy.

The "Cheng City Hunter" event is designed to offer participants a fresh way to explore Dihua Street. After checking in, participants receive their first clue and follow a trail of hints to designated locations. Completing challenges and collecting stamps at six checkpoints will gradually reveal the cultural stories and local characteristics of the district. The event encourages individual exploration at participants' own pace.

To enhance the experience, participants who complete all six checkpoints and collect the stamps can enter a lucky draw for a chance to win cultural souvenirs and local tea snacks. The first 60 participants to register online and check in on the event day will also receive a complimentary caricature drawing. Through these interactive elements, the event aims to provide a memorable and in-depth exploration of Dihua Street's rich heritage.

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We hope that by walking and playing, and solving clues step by step, young people can learn about urban culture while exploring the streets and rediscover Taipei's charm from a different angle.