MCM College: Cultural Visit to Hong Kong
滿珍紀念書院: 香港文化之旅
On December 19th, University of Macau Moon Chun Memorial College Dom Pedro V and St Paul’s House organized a cultural visit to Hong Kong, which included a letterpress workshop, a visit to the M+ Museum, and hiking at Victoria Peak. Students first arrived at the Guang Hua Printing Company, where they had the opportunity to learn about the history and evolution of letterpress printing. The company’s inheritor provided a detailed introduction to the origins of letterpress printing, as well as the various printing methods that have been used throughout history. Students were shown the tools required for the printing process and given an in-depth explanation of how the printing mechanism works. Through a hands-on demonstration, they were able to observe the entire printing process in action, which provided them with a more intuitive understanding of this traditional technique. Furthermore, students had the chance to create their own printed works, which was a unique and engaging experience.
Afterward, the students visited the M+ Museum, where an exhibition focused on the life and work of renowned architect I. M. Pei was held. The exhibition showcased many of his iconic and magnificent architectural creations, such as the Bank of China Tower in Hong Kong and the Louvre Pyramid in Paris. It was a remarkable opportunity for students to explore the legacy of one of the world’s most celebrated architects.
In the evening, the group hiked up to Victoria Peak, where they all enjoyed the breathtaking views of the city skyline and a stunning sunset. This provided a perfect end to a day filled with enriching experiences and scenic beauty.
Overall, the event was educational, engaging, and provided students with a deeper appreciation for both traditional printing techniques and modern architecture. The hands-on experience at the printing company and the opportunity to view world-famous architectural works were particularly memorable. The visit to Victoria Peak also allowed students to appreciate the natural beauty of Hong Kong. This well-rounded trip combined history, art, and leisure in a meaningful way, and all the students look forward to similar educational excursions in the future.
Text: Tony Huang, Benson Lin
於2024年12月19日，澳門大學滿珍紀念書院的Dom Pedro V和St Paul’s House組織了一次香港文化之旅，到訪光華印刷局體驗活字印刷、參觀M+博物館的「貝聿銘：人生如建築」特展以及登頂太平山觀看香港的風光。
當天，學生們首先到達光華印刷公司，在那裡他們有機會深入了解活字印刷的歷史和演變。該公司的繼承人詳細介紹了活字印刷的起源和歷史上使用的各種印刷方法。學生們還親自接觸到打印過程所需的工具，並深入觀察了打印機制的工作原理。通過動手演示，學生們能夠親眼目睹整個印刷過程，這使他們對這種傳統技術有了更直觀的理解。此外，學生們還有機會創作自己的印刷作品，這是一次難忘且收穫豐富的體驗。
隨後，他們參觀了M+博物館的「貝聿銘：人生如建築」特展。展覽展示了偉大建築家貝聿銘許多標誌性和宏偉的建築作品，如香港的中國銀行大廈和巴黎的盧浮宮金字塔。對於學生們來說，這是一次難得的機會，讓他們以旁觀者的視角進入貝聿銘的世界，瞭解他的生平、機遇和成就。
傍晚，學生們登頂太平山，在那裡他們欣賞到了令人嘆為觀止的城市天際線和迷人的日落。通過步行等方式欣賞沿途的風景，讓學生們為這一天畫上了一個完美的句號。
這次活動具有教育意義，引人入勝，並為學生們提供了對傳統印刷技術和現代建築的更深層次的欣賞。在印刷公司的親身體驗和參觀世界著名建築作品的機會尤其令人難忘。此外，學生們也親身體驗了香港的自然美景。這次文化之旅將歷史、藝術和休閒以一種有意義的方式結合在一起，參與者均期待未來能多參與此類特色的文化之旅。
「這次的活動帶我們參觀了活字印刷的工作坊，在整個過程當中，我深刻的瞭解到了活字印刷的歷史，以及發展，還有它在現代社會中慢慢淘汰感到可惜，這是中華文化的傳承，所謂中國四大發明之一。老師也教授了我們活字印刷的製作過程、工具，以及用料。我體會到文化的參與感，我們也親手製作了一份活字印刷的紀念品。下午我們參觀了M+的展覽，在參觀貝聿銘的展覽過程中，我被這位大師的創作想法所深深吸引，被震撼。他的設計圖以及建築結構圖都體現了非凡的智慧。通過他的設計，我的創新思維可以激發，更加培養了我對建築的興趣。最後我們參觀了太平山山頂；在山頂，欣賞了夜晚香港的繁華景色。也培養了我們的健康生活。」–鄭清華
「這次香港文化遊無疑是一個充滿歷史與文化氣息的活動。其中，活字印刷的活動給我留下了最深刻的印象。任偉生師傅帶我們親手操作這項古老的機器，印製卡片，讓我們領略了這門結合美學與機器協作的工藝，並深刻感受到歷史的厚重與工藝的精妙，提升我們文化參與感。
在M+博物館，我們欣賞了許多當代藝術作品，尤其是貝聿銘的建築設計，這些作品展現了藝術與建築的完美結合。這些活動不僅讓我們了解香港的歷史和文化，還激發我對藝術和設計的興趣。」– 許啟政
文: 黃梓凌、林浩祥