Experience Taiwan in Zittau

Taiwanese cultural event and themed book exhibition to kick off the Intercultural Week in the district of Görlitz

Begin 22. September 2024 - 14:00 Uhr
End 22. September 2024 - 17:00 Uhr

The Taipei Representation in Berlin and the Ministry of Culture, Taiwan, in cooperation with the district of Görlitz, Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences and the city of Zittau, invite you to a special cultural highlight that is all about Taiwanese culture. On September 22, 2024, the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences will host the Taiwan Day followed by a Taiwan-themed book exhibition at the Christian Weise Library in Zittau and the Görlitz City Library from September 23 to 29, 2024.

To kick off the Intercultural Week, Taiwan Day promises a varied afternoon full of cultural and informative highlights. From 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., visitors to the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences (Building IV, Theodor Körner Allee 8, Zittau) can expect exciting insights into Taiwan's diverse culture and dynamic economy. A musical performance and welcoming speeches by high-ranking guests will take place on stage. The event will also provide valuable information about Taiwan's education system, especially for students interested in studying in Taiwan. Schools will also have the opportunity to make contacts and initiate partnerships with Taiwanese schools.

Outside, the program will be complemented by various cultural activities. Guests can discover the variety of Taiwanese teas at a tea tasting, try out their artistic skills in a calligraphy workshop or enjoy Taiwanese delicacies.

On the Monday following the cultural event, the Görlitz City Library and the Christian Weise Library in Zittau will open their doors for a Taiwan-themed book exhibition. From September 23 to 29, 2024, books provided by the Taipei Representation in Berlin and the Ministry of Culture, Taiwan, will be presented. This exhibition also takes place as part of the Intercultural Week and offers exciting insights into the culture, history and social life of Taiwan. The organizers cordially invite you to take part in these unique events and experience Taiwan in a variety of ways.

The Intercultural Week, which takes place annually throughout Germany, stands for diversity and understanding between cultures. The events around Taiwan in Zittau and Görlitz enrich this program with a special insight into the rich culture and history of the island state and promote intercultural dialogue. The complete program of the Intercultural Week in the district of Görlitz can be found on the website of the district of Görlitz. Information on events in Zittau can be found on the town's homepage.

Venues:
  1. Taiwan Day
    • Date: September 22, 2024
    • Time: 14:00 - 17:00
    • Venue: Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences, House IV, Theodor Körner Allee 8, 02763 Zittau
  2. Taiwan themed book exhibition
    • Date: September 23 - 29, 2024
    • Location: Görlitz City Library, Jochmannstraße 2-3, 02826 Görlitz
    • Location: Christian Weise Library in Zittau, Johannisplatz 5, 02763 Zittau

The Taiwan Day is organized by the Taipei Representation in Berlin and the Ministry of Culture, Taiwan, in cooperation with the district of Görlitz, the Zittau/Görlitz University of Applied Sciences and the city of Zittau.

Ihre Ansprechperson
Dr.
Stephen Aranha
Rectorate/University Development and Communication Office
02763 Zittau
Th.-Körner-Allee 16
Building Z I, Room 1.54
1st floor
+49 3583 612-4403