My Days in CLD

Name：Forest Stern

Nationality：Israeli

As a sinology studies university graduate, Forest harbors a strong interest in East Asian (Particularly Chinese) history and culture. On the verge of finishing his first year of studies in the CLD in Taipei, Forest sees this city as a beautiful combination of the old and the new, tradition and modernity. Brightly lit bustling commercial districts neighboring small alleyways, curving lanes dotted with grey buildings and a calm ambiance, all backdropped under Taiwan’s all-pervading lush green environment – for Forest, this environment is an unending source of beauty. Add to that the Taiwanese people with their optimistic nature, “You very often see in Taiwanese news media food suggestions and restaurant introductions, a thing that is not as commonly seen in news outlets in other places” he adds, that while it may seem naïve, it actually demonstrates strength and positive thinking. It is precisely this Taiwan that causes him to feel comfortable and plan to continue his studies here.

• Mr. Stern’s Hometown: “Tel Aviv” Israel’s main economic hub, Forest terms it a “parties and nightlife city”. A cultural hub known for its international, open, and lively nature, every year it also holds one of the world’s biggest gay pride parades: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tel_Aviv