When overseas visitors traverse the fields of Feixi, Anhui, and stand before the plaque of Liu Mingchuan's former residence "Taiwan Governor's Residence", they often feel a sense of bewilderment. This late Qing-style mansion is steeped in hidden stories: The main gate's brick carving displays "Cultivating and Studying as Family Traditions" with Western scrollwork patterns, the living room's rosewood furniture features a Dutch clock, the study wall hangs a map of Taiwan in rubbings, and even the explanatory plaques mix classical and vernacular Chinese. Without a reliable guide, visitors might easily "tour the place and remember only 'this is an old house' ".But if you use the Yingmi guide device now, the experience will be completely different: No need to wait 20 minutes at a manned counter – you can get the device from the Z50 self-service cabinet in just 2 minutes. When approaching the Taiwan map rubbing, the audio guide will automatically play, explaining "How Liu Mingchuan defended Taiwan in 1885." At crowded cultural relics displays, it won't interrupt the explanations of neighboring furniture. You can even switch to Minnan dialect to hear native speakers say, "These tea sets brought back from Taiwan show traces of cross-strait craftsmanship collaboration." This isn't just a fantasy – Yingmi has crafted this exclusive tour experience by replicating the characteristics of Liu Mingchuan's former residence: "the fusion of Westernization and tradition during the late Qing Dynasty, interwoven indoor-outdoor scenes, urgent multilingual needs, and dense historical details."
Ⅰ. Upon arrival at the historic residence: Equipment rental within 2 minutes, no need to guess riddles with others
For international visitors exploring Liu Mingchuan's former residence, renting audio guides is the biggest headache. The only traditional rental counter, tucked away in the corner of the visitor center, gets completely packed during peak seasons. When your turn finally arrives, staff only point to the' English Only 'sign when you ask for English or Japanese devices. Even if you manage to rent an English device, the deposit process involves gesturing wildly at' Visa' to confirm acceptance, making the whole ordeal a real hassle.But with Yingmi's Z50 self-service rental cabinet, it becomes a breeze: The Z50 sits on the left side of the main entrance to the historic residence, its white frame paired with cloud-pattern stickers in late Qing Dynasty style, perfectly complementing the gray-tiled brick walls around it.When you get close, the screen automatically matches your phone's system language—switching to English if your phone is set to English, or to Minnan (a common language among Chinese in Southeast Asia) if it's set to Minnan.The icons clearly indicate the recommended devices: For indoor cultural exhibitions, choose the C7 touch model (noise-free); for outdoor courtyards and artillery tower ruins, opt for the i7 earpiece model (lightweight and sweat-resistant); and for family outings, select the M7 lightweight model (perfect for shared use).Payment is hassle-free with Visa and MasterCard accepted, plus WeChat Pay and Alipay support—no need to switch to RMB.The deposit amount and refund process (refunds via the original payment method within 10 minutes after returning the equipment), as well as whether the rental fee is calculated by the hour or the day, are clearly displayed on the screen with text and images. Even the option 'try the sound before renting' is marked with a small speaker icon.A Chinese-American tourist later shared: 'Last year, I took my parents to the site and spent 18 minutes on a traditional audio guide, which only offered Chinese commentary. This time with the Z50, we got the M7 version in just two minutes. When the Minnan dialect narration started, my dad exclaimed, "This is exactly the Liu Mingchuan story Grandpa used to tell!" It instantly bridged the gap.'More thoughtfully, after renting the equipment, a simple tutorial will pop up on the screen: "Listen to the explanation by tapping the small label beside the exhibits indoors, and it will automatically play while walking outdoors." No need to learn complex operations—after all, this equipment has already been tested at cultural venues like the Suzhou Museum and the China National Museum of Ethnic Groups, and even elderly people unfamiliar with technology can use it.
Ⅱ. Explore the indoor cultural relics hall: Just tap to listen, even understanding the "Taiwan Past" in the memorial memorial
The indoor exhibition hall of Liu Mingchuan's former residence serves as a condensed chronicle of late Qing history. On the left stands a replica of his official memorial, while on the right lies a camphor box he brought back from Taiwan. Beside a 19th-century Western telescope, traditional Xuan paper and brushes are displayed, where even the slightest misstep might cause one to miss the crucial details of cross-strait exchanges during the Self-Strengthening Movement.This is where the YingmiC7 touch-guided tour comes into its own: unlike traditional guides that just play audio randomly at the entrance, it requires users to tap the NFC tag next to the exhibit for detailed explanations.For example, when standing in front of a map rubbing of Taiwan, tapping a label will play a clear English explanation: "This 1886 Taiwan map was drawn under Liu Mingchuan's supervision. Notice how detailed the annotations for Taitung are—back then he built the first railway there to transport camphor and sugar cane to the port." Moving to the adjacent camphor box, tapping another label reveals: "This box appears to be made of Taiwanese cypress wood, but the lock mechanism features copper components crafted by artisans from Anhui. This was how cross-strait craftsmen exchanged skills back then." The system never mixes up phrases like "map adulterated with camphor" into gibberish.The C7's screen can display HD detail images. For instance, when explaining memorials, it synchronously shows "the imperial note' Taiwan's defense is paramount' handwritten by Emperor Guangxu," even featuring close-ups of the ink traces "Liu Mingchuan altered three times" along the edges. When discussing Western telescopes, it notes "This was purchased by Liu Mingchuan from Germany, but the lenses were ground by Xiamen craftsmen, making them better suited to Taiwan's humid climate than original equipment."A Dutch tourist said, "I study the military history of the late Qing Dynasty. Before watching the free museum guide, I only knew it was a telescope. But with the C7, I learned its range could reach 3 kilometers. It was with this telescope that we discovered the French warship back then. It's so professional."
The C7 is exceptionally durable: Its sweat-resistant body prevents slippage even when held for extended periods in Anhui's sweltering summer heat. Weighing just 35 grams, it keeps your hands from getting sore after an hour's showroom tour. Each unit undergoes five rigorous tests, including drop resistance and wear resistance, having already withstood museum-level high-frequency use.
Ⅲ. Exploring Outdoor Courtyards and Watchtowers: Outdoor signals are as reliable as a loyal follower, standing firm against wind and sun
As you walk from the indoor exhibition hall to the backyard, the scene abruptly transforms into an open-air space. Here you'll find Liu Mingchuan's former training courtyard for new recruits, a replica of the Krupp artillery piece he used to defend Taiwan, and remnants of a living room blending Chinese and Western architectural styles. However, traditional audio guides often fail here: they either stop working when approaching the artillery tower or play commentary about indoor exhibits instead.The Yingmi M7/i7 automatic sensing guide, however, delivers a standout performance outdoors. Utilizing RFID-2.4G's non-interfering star-shaped distribution technology, the device embeds compact signal transmitters at strategic locations within the archaeological site—such as the artillery base, beside the ancient cypress in the courtyard, and behind the living room pillars.Wearing the i7 earpiece, you walk to the Krupp cannon and the audio guide activates: "This cannon's prototype was ordered by Liu Mingchuan from Germany in 1884. Anhui craftsmen later modified its carriage to better suit Taiwan's mountainous terrain." Approaching the ancient cypress, the guide continues: "This cypress was planted by Liu Mingchuan from Taiwan in 1886. Now over 130 years old, its bark still bears visible marks of the transportation process."Even if you encounter afternoon showers in Anhui (the courtyard of the former residence is full of trees, so it is suitable for walking on rainy days), the equipment is not afraid of rain. The body is treated to prevent splashing, so it can be used after wiping it with rainwater. The battery is heat-resistant, so it can be used for 4 hours continuously in 30℃ weather without power failure.The i7 weighs just 25 grams, like two credit cards hanging on your ear—no matter how long you wear it while strolling in the backyard, it stays comfortable. The M7 features dual headphone jacks, letting parents and kids chat about architectural debates like 'Why are living room windows arched? (Liu Mingchuan's European-inspired designs)' without each person needing their own device.
A Japanese tourist remarked, 'I once navigated through the courtyard using my phone and got lost at the watchtower. The i7 app not only provides audio guides but also alerts like' A shelter from the rain is 20 meters ahead 'and' The stone path beside the ancient cypress offers panoramic views '—it even outperforms local guides in detail. I only knew Liu Mingchuan was Taiwan's governor, but now I realize he also founded a school in Anhui. That's quite surprising.'
Ⅳ. Multilingual Experience: Tell the 'Cross-Strait History' in Your Native Tongue, No More Guessing
Among the tourists in Liu Mingchuan's former residence, most of them are Chinese in Southeast Asia, scholars studying Chinese history in Europe and the United States, and Japanese history enthusiasts. There is a great demand for small languages.Traditional tour guides are either in Chinese or English, or machine-translated in Minnan or Japanese, with stiff pronunciation and missing key information--such as translating "camphor boxes made by craftsmen from both sides of the Straits" as "boxes from Taiwan" and "Western arched Windows" as "windows in foreign style".Yingmi's HM8.0 Multilingual Sharing Platform helps global visitors "understand the historical connections behind the stories": It features eight native-language recordings—Min Nan (Southern Hokkien) by a former Taiwan History Museum guide explaining "the cypress wood for this camphor box comes from Alishan, while the copper lock was crafted by Hefei artisans. Back then, Taiwan's timber needed Anhui craftsmanship to create practical items"; Japanese by a Tokyo University professor of Chinese history comparing "Liu Mingchuan's Self-Strengthening Movement with Japan's Meiji Restoration, where the former emphasized blending tradition with Western ideas"; English by an Oxford University scholar specializing in late Qing history describing "this defensive structure borrowed European fortifications, but its firing ports were scaled down per Anhui craftsmen's advice to prevent rainwater from entering the barrel"; and niche languages like Dutch and Malay can be customized within three days. Last year, when a Malaysian study group visited Wuyi Mountain, Yingmi provided detailed Malay-language explanations on "rock tea production" down to the finest details.Machine translation would never produce such absurdities—instead of rendering "a living room blending Eastern and Western elements" as "a bizarre living room," it would explain: "This living room features Anhui's traditional hip-and-gable roof, yet its floor is paved with Taiwanese floral tiles. Liu Mingchuan said,' We want both sides of the strait to root their crafts here. '" Similarly, it wouldn't mistake "the origin of the ancient cypress" for "an old sapling," but would clarify: "This tree was brought back by Liu Mingchuan from Taiwan and planted in his former residence, aiming to 'bring Taiwan's scenery into our homes.'"A Chinese tourist from Southeast Asia said, "Listening to Liu Mingchuan's story in Minnan dialect made me truly understand what my grandfather said about' the two sides of the Straits are one family' is not empty talk. Even a small camphor box has the warmth of the hands of craftsmen from both sides of the Straits. I was deeply moved."
Ⅴ. Behind the guarantee: You can use it in Anhui with confidence and have no fear of problems
Overseas friends are most afraid of "no one to help if it breaks" when using devices in foreign countries--for example, the device suddenly stops making noise, or they want to change the language but can't find someone to help.Yingmi's service system has preemptively addressed these concerns: During pre-sales consultations, customer service representatives will respond in English or Chinese within 90 seconds, and you can even get free samples of the M7 and i7 models to try out. For bulk purchases, Yingmi provides on-site showroom inspections and helps design signal transmitters to avoid obstructing cultural relics. Urgent orders are shipped via courier the same day, eliminating weeks-long wait times.Our after-sales service is hassle-free. Our 24/7 customer service hotline (400-990-7677) is available 24/7. If you encounter the 'C7 not triggering the audio guide' issue at the historic residence, we can remotely resolve it within 10 minutes. For equipment repairs, we complete the process within 10 working days and provide a backup unit during this period to ensure no disruption to your visit.More reassuringly, all Yingmi devices have passed the EU CE and RoHS certifications, so there's no need to worry about "voltage mismatch causing machine burnout" when used overseas. Each device undergoes five rounds of rigorous testing (signal, drop resistance, sweat resistance, battery, and antibacterial), achieving "zero safety incidents" from the first to the one millionth unit. Additionally, China Ping An provides product liability insurance—so even if you accidentally drop the i7 on the stone path in your courtyard, you don't need to panic.Yingmi has been providing guided tours for 16 years and has long supplied goods to clients such as the China National Museum and Huawei's overseas factories. They are very familiar with the scenario of "cultural venues + multilingual services", so the demand for the Liu Mingchuan Memorial House was nothing to them.
Conclusion: More than just 'listening to the tour guide' —truly understanding the 'beauty of connection' at Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence
The Yingmi audio guide at Liu Mingchuan's Former Residence is more than just a' voice-enabled device '—it's a cultural bridge. It saves you time at rental counters, prevents you from missing the 'camphor box crafted through cross-strait craftsmanship,' keeps you from getting lost in outdoor ruins, and most importantly, removes language barriers to understanding how Liu Mingchuan connected Anhui and Taiwan.You can hear the wisdom of Anhui craftsmen hidden in the Western telescope, you can see the scenery of both sides of the Straits in the living room flower tiles, and you can understand the patriotic feelings behind the ancient cypress trees. These are the true values of Liu Mingchuan's former residence, not "showing old things", but explaining that "more than 100 years ago, the two sides of the Straits were connected by skills and beliefs".With 16 years of experience in creating immersive tours, Yingmi has always aimed to help international visitors move beyond superficial sightseeing, allowing them to truly understand the historical significance behind each exhibit – a testament to how cultural artifacts bridge the Taiwan Strait and preserve the nostalgia of hometowns.
If you visit Liu Mingchuan's former residence next time, try Yingmi—it will reveal that the stories hidden in this old courtyard are more touching and powerful than you ever imagined.