南京文化交流學習之旅
Nanjing Cultural Exchange and Study Tour
林大輝中學於3月28日至4月2日舉辦了為期六天五夜的「南京文化交流學習之旅」，由校監林大輝博士和郭劍輝校長親自帶領，約60名師生共同前往南京，展開這次學習之旅。此行透過實地參觀、校際交流及民生體驗，讓學生深入了解國家的發展歷程與文化底蘊，進一步培養對國民身份的認同與自豪。
Lam Tai Fai College organised a six-day, five-night "Nanjing Cultural Exchange and Study Tour" from March 28 to April 2. Led personally by School Supervisor Dr. Lam Tai Fai and Principal Kwok Kim Fai, around 60 teachers and students travelled to Nanjing to embark on this educational journey. Through site visits, inter-school exchanges, and local life experiences, the tour enabled students to gain a deeper understanding of the country's historical development and cultural heritage, further fostering their sense of national identity and pride.
學校交流
School Exchanges
這趟旅程的重頭戲莫過於學校交流。我們共造訪拜訪了四所南京頂尖學校，分別是金陵中學、寧海中學、南京師範大學附屬中學和南京外國語學校。所到之處，本校師生無不感受到當地學校的熱情歡迎。兩地教師進行了專業交流，深入探討和分享各自的教學理念和文化特色，這是一場意義深遠的專業互動。
The highlight of the tour was undoubtedly the school exchanges. We visited four of Nanjing's premier institutions, namely Jinling High School, Nanjing Ninghai Middle School, The High School Affiliated to Nanjing Normal University, and Nanjing Foreign Language School. At every stop, our teachers and students received a warm welcome. Teachers from both places engaged in professional dialogue, exploring and sharing their respective educational philosophies and cultural characteristics in a deeply meaningful interaction.
此行另一重要環節，是本校與寧海中學正式簽署「姊妹學校合作關係友好協議」。儀式簡單而隆重，標誌着兩校友好關係正式確立，也為日後更多交流學習活動揭開序幕。郭劍輝校長致辭時表示：「林大輝中學一直重視培養學生擁有家國精神、愛國愛港，有擔當，有社會責任心，故每年都會組織學生到內地參觀、交流。希望今後繼續攜手合作，推動姐妹學校的交流，共同推動兩校和兩地的教育發展。」
Another significant milestone of this trip was the official signing of the "Sister School Cooperation and Friendship Agreement" between our school and Nanjing Ninghai Middle School. The ceremony was simple yet solemn, marking the formal establishment of a friendly partnership and setting the stage for future exchange activities. In his speech, Principal Kwok said, "Lam Tai Fai College has always placed great importance on nurturing students with a strong sense of commitment to the nation, encouraging them to love the country and Hong Kong, and to be responsible citizens with a sense of social duty. This is why we organise annual visits to the Chinese Mainland. We hope to continue working together to promote sister-school exchanges and jointly advance the educational development of both schools and places."
一如既往，走進課堂，是同學們最期待的環節。本校的同學與各校的結隊伙伴在四所學校一起上課，每一所校園、每一節課堂，都帶給他們不同的啟發與收穫。高一級的黃潤嶢同學表示：「我在金陵中學的STEAM 課程製作了無字牌，也體驗了非遺珐琅工藝，讓我體會到傳統與現代相融的教育魅力。」學校交流，既增長了同學的知識，更堅定了他們的文化自信。
As always, stepping into classrooms was the part students looked forward to most. Our students paired up with buddies at the four schools to attend classes together. Each campus and every lesson offered unique inspiration. Huang Runyao, a Secondary 4 student, shared, "In the STEAM course at Jinling High School, I created a 'wordless plaque' and experienced intangible cultural heritage through enamel craft. It allowed me to experience the educational charm of blending tradition with modernity." These exchanges not only expanded students' knowledge, but also strengthened their cultural confidence.
此外，初三級的馮馨逸同學表示：「我被寧海中學濃厚的藝術氛圍深深吸引。校園裡到處都是書畫佳作，同學們在美育的薰陶下，自然流露出優雅的氣質。我明白到學習不只是知識的積累，更是心靈與審美的成長。」在交流過程中，兩地學生在藝術科的老師引導下，「以筆為信，以墨為情」為主題，在方寸郵票間勾勒香港煙火，在共同畫布上凝聚赤子初心，讓家國情懷在筆尖流淌，讓跨越山海的友誼在色彩裡靜靜綻放。在交流的同時，兩地的學生迅速建立了深厚的友誼。
Furthermore, Feng Hing Yat, a Secondary 3 student, noted, "I was deeply attracted by the strong artistic atmosphere at Nanjing Ninghai Middle School. Masterpieces of calligraphy and painting were everywhere on campus." Under the guidance of art teachers, students from both schools worked on a theme titled "The Pen as a Letter, Ink as Emotion", sketching Hong Kong's vibrant life on stamps and condensing their shared aspirations on a single canvas.
初三級韓菲兒同學則對南師附中印象深刻：「最難忘是在南師附中聆聽老師講解學校從1902年創辦至今的故事；而其中『嚼得菜根，做得大事』的校訓更特別感動我。」這所百年名校濃厚的學習氛圍，讓同學們深受感染，也對「堅持」與「擔當」有了更深的體會。
Han Feier, a Secondary 3 student, was deeply impressed by The High School Affiliated to Nanjing Normal University. She shared, "The most unforgettable moment was listening to the teacher tell the story of the school since its founding in 1902. The school motto, '嚼得菜根，做得大事', particularly moved me."
走進以「中國靈魂、世界胸懷」為育人理念的南京外國語學校，同學們親身體會到，原來學好一門語言，不只是背單詞、考高分，而是可以用它去連結更廣闊的世界。期間，同學們既嘗試動手在木板上打印句子，更一起製作生物樣本。高二級的簡欣霖同學感慨：「雖然樣本過不了關而不能帶回香港，但課上的互動與體驗已讓我記憶猶新。」
At Nanjing Foreign Language School, guided by its educational vision of "Chinese roots, global vision", students realised that learning a language is not only about memorising words for high scores, but also about connecting with a broader world. During the visit, students tried woodblock printing and created biological specimens. Kan Yan Lam, a Secondary 5 student, remarked, "Although the specimens could not be brought back to Hong Kong, the interaction and experience in class remain vivid in my memory."
三天的學校交流中，學生們跨越地域和語言的障礙，毫無隔閡地分享彼此的學習經驗，互相分享學習心得，並交換紀念品。臨別之際，雙方依依不捨，記下彼此的聯絡方式，友誼的種子已在心中悄然發芽。
Over three days of school exchanges, students overcame geographical and language barriers, openly sharing learning experiences and reflections, and exchanging souvenirs. At farewell, both sides were reluctant to part. They exchanged contact details, and the seeds of friendship had already begun to take root.
參觀歷史遺址及文化古跡
Visiting Historical Sites and Cultural Landmarks
除了學校交流，行程亦穿插了多處文化景點，來到被譽為「六朝古都」的南京，師生們參觀了許多歷史遺址和富含獨特文化的古跡，包括牛首山、金陵小鎮、靜海寺、孫中山紀念館、中山陵、玄武湖及玄武門城牆、大報恩寺遺址公園、江南貢院科舉博物館以及侵華日軍南京大屠殺遇難者紀念館。透過這些參觀，師生得以更深入探索這座城市的深厚文化底蘊。
In addition to school exchanges, the itinerary included a range of cultural attractions. In Nanjing, praised as an "ancient capital of the Six Dynasties", teachers and students visited numerous historic sites and cultural landmarks, including Niushou Mountain, Jinling Town, Jinghai Temple, Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Xuanwu Lake and the Xuanwu Gate section of the Nanjing City Wall, Grand Bao'en Temple Heritage Park, Nanjing China Imperial Examination Museum, and the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders. These visits enabled everyone to explore the city's profound cultural depth in a more meaningful way.
抵步的第一天，我們遊覽了牛首山和金陵小鎮。在春暖花開的季節，金陵小鎮的古典雅致充分展現了六朝古都的氣派。牛首山的宏偉建築令師生們大開眼界。尤其是在參觀外觀像一朵盛開的蓮花，而內部是金碧輝煌的佛頂宮時，眾人更是嘖嘖稱奇！師生們深切感受到何謂「六朝璀璨」，並為是次學習之旅展開美好的序章。
On the first day, we visited Niushou Mountain and Jinling Town. The elegance of Jinling Town perfectly showcased the grandeur of the ancient capital. The magnificent architecture of Niushou Mountain, particularly the Usnisa Palace, resembles a blooming lotus on the outside and is palatial on the inside, leaving everyone in awe.
最讓同學們自豪的是，面對392級的階梯，大家毫不畏懼，一口氣登上雄偉的中山陵和孫中山紀念館。這392級階梯也激勵著我們在遇到挑戰時勇往直前，永不退縮。而導賞員對孫中山先生生平的細緻講解，真實地呈現了孫中山先生的家國情懷及遺志。其臨終遺言：「和平、奮鬥、拯救中國」使得在場的每一位都深受動容和敬佩，並切身體會到家國情懷的意義。高二級的林辰燁激動地表示：「我認真了解到孫中山先生為這個國家帶來的深遠影響。站在這裡，我心裡真的有一種由衷的敬佩。他不僅有偉大的革命精神，更帶領國家走向新的時代。這份承擔與遠見，讓我深深感動。」
One of the proudest moments for the students was facing the 392 steps at Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum. They climbed to the top without hesitation, and the experience inspired them to face future challenges with perseverance. Lam Sen Ip, a Secondary 5 student, expressed, "Standing here, I felt a deep sense of respect. Dr. Sun Yat-sen's commitment and vision for the nation truly moved me."
來到大報恩寺遺址公園，師生們穿梭於猶如宮殿般的建築群，感受南朝寺廟發祥地曾經的輝煌之景。他們親眼目睹出土的國家級文物與佛教聖物，均大感震撼。其標誌性建築「琉璃塔」，更令同學們大開眼界。
At Grand Bao'en Temple Heritage Park, teachers and students walked through palace-like structures, imagining the former splendour of this birthplace of Southern Dynasties Buddhist temples. Seeing excavated national-level artefacts and sacred Buddhist relics firsthand was deeply impactful. The iconic Glazed Pagoda in particular broadened students' horizons.
其後，學生們透過參觀江南貢院科舉博物館，探索了中國古代科舉制度的演變與重要性。他們看到古代的考試用具和歷史文獻等，對昔日文人的求知之路和艱辛努力有了更深刻的體會。他們了解到科舉制度不僅造就了無數士人，也對社會階層的流動性有著深遠影響。這次經歷激發了他們的學習熱情，加深了對中國傳統文化的理解和認同。
Later, at the Nanjing China Imperial Examination Museum, students explored the evolution and significance of China's ancient imperial examination system. Viewing historical documents and examination-related artefacts helped them better understand the arduous path of learning pursued by scholars in the past. They learned that the imperial examination system not only produced countless scholar-officials, but also had a far-reaching influence on social mobility. This experience sparked students' motivation to learn and deepened their understanding and identification with traditional Chinese culture.
行程的第四天，師生們參觀了侵華日軍南京大屠殺遇難同胞紀念館，並出席分享講座，與倖存者後人進行深入的交流。紀念館內的一幅幅圖片一件件文物，讓我們直面那段痛苦的歷史，深刻體會到生命的脆弱與同胞曾經承受的苦難。而與倖存者後人的對話，更讓大家都明白了歷史的教訓不能遺忘，歷史不僅是過去，更是每個人應肩負承擔的責任。 初三級的周芷琳表示：「之前在歷史課本上學過這段歷史，我會把這段歷史和參觀感受分享給更多人。我們既要奮勇向前，更不能忘記來時的路。」經過這次旅程，師生們對作為國家一份子的責任感和使命更加清晰。
On the fourth day, the group visited the Memorial Hall of the Victims in Nanjing Massacre by Japanese Invaders. Attending a sharing session with descendants of survivors allowed students to face a painful chapter of history. Zhou Tsz Lam, a Secondary 3 student, said, "I will share these feelings and this history with more people. While we must strive forward, we must never forget the path we came from."
體驗民生
Experiencing Local Livelihood and Technology
對於來自香港的學生們來說，當地的民生體驗充滿吸引力。南京眼步行橋、夫子廟步行街和秦淮河，皆成為了師生們探索的重點。走在熙來攘往的街道上，各式各樣的特色小吃與琳琅滿目的手工藝品，應有盡有，讓師生們都興奮不已。大家互相分享美食，沉醉在夜色如畫的美景中，感受南京的煙火氣。
For students from Hong Kong, experiencing local daily life was especially engaging. Key highlights included the Nanjing Eye Pedestrian Bridge, Fuzimiao Pedestrian Street, and the Qinhuai River. Along the bustling streets, unique local snacks and a dazzling array of handicrafts were everywhere, filling teachers and students with excitement. Everyone shared food with one another, soaking in the picturesque night scenery and the vibrant everyday atmosphere of Nanjing.
其中，夜遊秦淮河更是行程的一大亮點。夜晚的秦淮河畔美景如同畫卷，古老的建築與水面的倒影相映成趣。師生們乘坐畫舫夜遊秦淮河，水中閃爍的水波讓我們仿若置身詩中。難怪詩人鄭燮也贊歎「十里秦淮水，六朝金粉圖」。大家抓住緊機會拍照留念，留下美好的回憶。最後，師生們在南京眼步行橋上漫步，將這座城市的美麗夜景盡收眼底，為行程留下難忘回憶。
A night cruise on the Qinhuai River was a major highlight. At night, the riverside scenery looked like a painted scroll, with ancient buildings mirrored on the water. Riding a traditional painted boat, shimmering ripples made us feel as if we had entered a poem. No wonder Zheng Xie once praised, "Along ten miles of Qinhuai waters unfolds a tableau of Six Dynasties splendour." Students seized every chance to take photos and preserve these beautiful memories. Finally, we strolled across the Nanjing Eye Pedestrian Bridge, taking in the city's stunning night views, and ending the journey with unforgettable memories.
在現今人工智能技術加速發展的時代背景下，學校特別安排了參觀雨花台區「人工智能生態街區」及「天創機器人」——南京天創電子技術有限公司。同學們深深感受到科技與產業的融合力量，並備受啟發。這次參觀讓學生們了解到AI在城市應用、智慧交通與產業協同中的廣泛可能性，進一步激發他們學習新技術的熱情和好奇心。
Against the backdrop of rapidly advancing artificial intelligence, the school also arranged special visits to the Nanjing Artificial Intelligence Eco-Block in Yuhuatai District, as well as Nanjing Tianchuang Electronic Technology Co., Ltd. Students experienced firsthand the power of integrating technology with industry and felt deeply inspired. The visits helped students understand the wide-ranging possibilities of AI in urban applications, smart transport, and industrial collaboration, further sparking their curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies.
感謝晚宴
Appreciation Dinner
為感謝江蘇省及南京市政府等各方對本次學習之旅的大力支持，林大輝中學在行程結束前舉行了感謝晚宴，表達我們的衷心感謝。
To express heartfelt gratitude to the Jiangsu Provincial Government, the Nanjing Municipal Government, and all parties for their strong support of the tour, Lam Tai Fai College held an appreciation dinner before the end of the trip.
校監林大輝博士表示：「希望透過此次交流學習之旅，讓師生們對南京的歷史文化、教育、經濟發展和社會民生有更深入的了解，從而提升他們對國家的認同感、歸屬感與自豪感。期望與姊妹學校保持合作交流，未來組織更多的學習活動，實現兩地教育的優勢互補，推動雙方教育的共同發展。」
During the dinner, School Supervisor Dr. Lam said, "Through this exchange, we hope our teachers and students have gained a deeper understanding of Nanjing's history, education, and economy, thereby enhancing their sense of national identity. We look forward to continued collaboration with our sister schools to achieve mutual growth in education."
為答謝各方厚愛，學生們全力以赴，載歌載舞，展現出令人驚喜的才華。他們充滿活力的表演與真摯的分享，讓在場的每一位嘉賓都深受感動。
Students performed songs and dances to express their gratitude.
壓軸環節，林校監與來賓帶領全體教師合唱《朋友》，將晚宴的氣氛推向高潮，為晚宴劃上溫暖的句點。
The evening reached its climax when Supervisor Dr. Lam led the teachers in a rendition of the song "Friends".
這次「南京文化交流學習之旅」，讓我們在透過校園參觀和師生交流，深入了解當地的教育發展和文化。學生們透過互動交流，彼此學習，不僅增進了友誼，也拓寬了視野。這段珍貴的經歷，讓師生們沉浸於濃厚的歷史文化氛圍，見識到中國傳統文化的獨特魅力。同時，在深入了解歷史的過程中，學生們更加堅定了對文化的認同，並強化了對祖國的情感，同時也明白自己肩負著傳承歷史、弘揚中國傳統文化的責任。難怪陸游云：「紙上得來終覺淺，絕知此事要躬行。」這次南京之行，正是最好的印證。
This "Nanjing Cultural Exchange and Study Tour" enabled us, through campus visits and exchanges among teachers and students, to gain deeper insight into local educational development and culture. Through interactive exchanges, students learned from one another, strengthened friendships, and broadened their horizons. This precious experience immersed teachers and students in a rich historical and cultural atmosphere and revealed the unique charm of Chinese traditional culture. At the same time, by learning history more deeply, students further strengthened their cultural identity and their emotional bond with the motherland. They also recognised their responsibility to inherit history and carry forward Chinese traditional culture. As Lu You wrote, "What you learn from books always feels shallow; only through practice can you truly understand." This trip to Nanjing was the best proof of that truth.