User-Recommended Edition: 6 Beautiful Elementary Schools Across Taiwan That Incorporate Local Culture

▲ The new campus of Yunlin Zhuanghu Elementary and Junior High School, completed on November 30, 2013 (Photo / Screenshot fromZhuanghu Eco Elementary and Junior High School’s official fan page)

By Reporter Xiao Wanning / Taipei

recently published a report on unique elementary schools across Taiwan<"6 Stunning Elementary Schools in Taiwan – From Retro Japanese Style to Picture Book Charm and Mediterranean Flair>", which received an enthusiastic response from netizens. They recommended even more beautiful schools in Taiwan, some of which incorporate local culture, such as murals featuring regional characteristics painted on campus or buildings that blend with structures over a century old. Some elementary schools even have their own organic gardens on-site. has specially launched Part Two of its Campus Travel series. Haven’t been yet? Quickly pack your bags and go take a look！

1. Lanyu Elementary School
The school features a variety of murals showcasing local culture, including dugout canoes and the Tao people, making it a highly distinctive elementary school. The school gate installation art of a plank canoe faces the sea. This mountain-side school adopts a terraced architectural design, coexisting with the sloped terrain, and is a great example of a school that makes good use of resources and cares for the environment.
Address: No. 1-1, Hongtou Village, Lanyu Township, Taitung County
Phone: (089) 731-576

▲ Hand-painted designs with local flavor brighten up Lanyu Elementary School. (Photo / Sourced fromLanyu Elementary School Campus Photos / Photographed by Lu Honglong)
 

2. Zhuanghu Eco Elementary and Junior High School
Zhuanghu Elementary School was severely damaged by a natural disaster, but the rebuilt school is not only colorful but also includes an organic garden. When you’re free on a holiday, why not visit and see how beautiful this post-disaster reconstructed campus is！
Address: No. 28, Zhuanghu Village, Gukeng Township, Yunlin County
Phone: (05) 581-1044

▲ The vibrant campus also brings great joy to students. (Photo / Sourced fromZhuanghu Eco Elementary and Junior High School Facebook)

3. Beiyeh Elementary School
Colorful building blocks are one of the first impressions Beiyeh Elementary School gives. Strongly promoting indigenous education, Beiyeh Elementary School boasts a beautiful exterior and localized teaching. Bring your travel companions to stroll around this tranquil school and feel your mood lighten as well.
Address: No. 1, Scenic Lane, Beiyeh Village, Maolin Township, Pingtung County
Phone: (08) 799-1649

▲ The signature colorful blocks of Beiyeh Elementary School. (Photo / Sourced fromBeiyeh Elementary School Google+ / Photographed by Huang Guangli)

4. Zhongyi Elementary School
Dubbed by netizens as the “overpowered” Zhongyi Elementary School in Tainan, this school houses the over-century-old historic site “Wude Hall.” It’s truly the king of localized elementary schools—be sure to check it out if you can!
Address: No. 2, Section 2, Zhongyi Rd., West Central District, Tainan City
Phone: (06)222-2768

▲ Wude Hall, a historic site that also serves as the school auditorium of Zhongyi Elementary School. (Photo / fromWikipedia)

5. Caoling Eco-Elementary and Junior High School
Once severely affected by natural disasters, Caoling Eco-Elementary and Junior High School has been impressively rebuilt and has become a must-visit spot. Don’t miss this beautiful and resilient school when you’re in Caoling, Yunlin.
Address: No. 56-8, Caoling Village, Gukeng Township, Yunlin County
Phone: (05)583-1010

▲ Caoling Eco-Elementary and Junior High School. (Photo / fromCaoling Elementary School official website)

6. Minquan Elementary School
Located in Namasia, Minquan Elementary School is hailed by netizens as a diamond-level green building. Rebuilt after Typhoon Morakot with green architecture concepts, its façade was designed with the participation of local artists, featuring strong indigenous elements and a fully localized feel.
Address: No. 220, Pinghe Lane, Maya Village, Namasia District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: (07)670-1129

▲ Kaohsiung’s Minquan Elementary School. (Photo / fromMinquan Elementary School official website)