Yehliu Geopark Offers Free Entry to Local Students for Educational Event
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Yehliu Geopark in Taiwan offers free admission to elementary school students from specific districts in New Taipei City and Keelung.
- The "Thousands of Hands to Yehliu - The Mysterious Magic Stone" event aims to foster local identity and environmental protection.
- The program is limited to 1,000 students and includes guided tours of the park's famous geological formations.
Yehliu Geopark, renowned for its unique geological landscapes, is launching a special initiative to connect with local communities. Elementary school students from the Wanli District of New Taipei City, as well as Zhongshan, Zhongzheng, and Anle districts in Keelung, will be granted free entry to the park.
The "Thousands of Hands to Yehliu - The Mysterious Magic Stone" event is designed to help students appreciate their local heritage and encourage them to protect the North Coast. This program signifies the geopark's commitment to community engagement and environmental education.
Participation is capped at 1,000 students. Interested schools can contact the Yehliu Geopark planning department for details. Each session lasts two hours, with morning and afternoon slots available. The program requires a minimum of 20 students per group and is strictly for educational purposes, allowing only one entry per participant. Teachers receive one free spot for every 20 students; additional teachers will be charged standard admission fees. The initiative does not cover travel expenses or accident insurance.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.