In order to help students relax after the midterm exams and prepare for the exams, the Dom Pedro V House of Moon Chun Memorial College, University of Macau, organized a “Hiking in Taipa Grande” event on November 09, 2024. Participants took a bus at 9 a.m. and went to the Taipa Grande Trail with 4000 meters for hiking. After hiking the grande, participants had lunch together at the restaurant “Sik Sik Kee” to share the joy of hiking. Some participants said that they were satisfied with the hiking experience in this event.

Text: Hoi Kai Cheng

“This activity about Hiking in Taipa Grande gave us a chance to take a break from our busy study life and relax. Although the process of climbing required a lot of sweat, breathing the fresh air, and enjoying the beautiful scenery along the way, the fatigue of the daily was swept away. This activity not only gave us a chance to exercise, but also made me understand that a healthy lifestyle is crucial to improve the quality of life.” — Dylan Zheng

“This experience was an invigorating experience. The fresh air and breathtaking views rejuvenated my spirit. Each step challenged my endurance, but the sense of accomplishment at the summit was worth it. Surrounded by nature, I felt a deep connection to the world. It was a rewarding journey, both physically and mentally，and I got a healthy lifestyle. “ – Emily Chong

“This mountain climbing activity made me realize that the significance of climbing is not about reaching the summit, but about being able to maintain confidence in oneself through constant self breakdown. The mountaintop may be important, but the beautiful scenery along the way should not be ignored. Take every step steadily, surpass myself and break through limits time and time again. This is a more valuable experience than reaching the summit. “ – Sophia Liu