The Beauty of Architecture

Columns and Arches Beyond Time: The Greek and Romanesque Building Styles in Taiwan

Taiwanese architectural styles have been deeply influenced by Western classical culture, with Greek and Roman architecture being the most well-known. These two styles were widely adopted in different periods, not only embodying the spirit of classical aes


Tales in the stars

Chapter 3:The Teapot of the Wise Chiron

Sagittarius is the wise half-man, half-horse figure in the summer sky. Search for the teapot to find this legendary being.


The Beauty of Architecture

When Window Gratings Hold Light and Heart

Window grating is a form of decorative art on windows, which can be divided into paper, wood, stone and iron depending on the material. With a long history, early examples include auspicious paper cuttings that were affixed to windows to bring peace and g


Tales in the stars

Chapter 2:The Twinkling Winter Triangle

From Orion’s Belt, Sirius, the brightest star in the sky, can be found toward the southeast. To find Procyon, the bright star of Canis Minor, extend from Betelgeuse in Orion to Betelgeuse. Together, the three stars form the winter triangle.


The Beauty of Architecture

Architectural Features of Taiwanese Temples

Temple architecture in Taiwan is a cultural treasure that combines art, faith and craftsmanship. Temples are not only the centres of religious activities, but also the masterpieces of traditional ethnic customs, arts and crafts, and local stories. There a


Tales in the stars

Chapter 1:An unexpected end to a glorious hunter

In the winter sky, Orion is roughly rectangular in shape, with a belt of distinctive stars near the center, making it easy to identify.