Budapest, Rózsa u. 48, 1064 Hungary | +3670-882-8426 | tcmlhungary@gmail.com

About the Center

The top hub for Chinese learning in Hungary.

We strive to build a vibrant space where language, culture, and communication come together—making us Hungary’s leading center for Chinese learning and cultural exchange. By learning Chinese, more people can discover Taiwan and connect with the world.

Mission|Bridging cultures through Chinese language education.

Centered on professional teaching and cultural activities, we promote Traditional Chinese and strengthen educational and cultural ties between Hungary and Taiwan. With rich and diverse resources, we support every learner and family interested in discovering the Chinese language.

Taiwan Connection|Rooted in Taiwan, Linking the World.

Taiwan Connection|Rooted in Taiwan, Linking the World.
Partnering closely with Taiwan’s Overseas Community Affairs Council and major educational and cultural institutions, we bring the best of Taiwan’s teaching resources to Europe—becoming a key bridge for cultural exchange between Taiwan and Hungary.

Experience Taiwan

From the late 17th century onwards, foreign powers developed a growing interest in Taiwan—an island of unique geographical features and strategic importance.

This curiosity was also, perhaps, faintly linked to Hungary. Among the few travelers was the remarkable Count Maurice Auguste Benyovszky—who would later become King of Madagascar. He visited Taiwan in 1771 and recorded his journey and observations in his memoirs.

He described Taiwan (then known as Formosa) as a beautiful and bountiful island: “In countless places, the land yields two harvests of rice and other grains each year.” Based on the knowledge he acquired from the indigenous peoples of the east coast, Formosa was said to be divided into eight principalities, three of which were ruled and inhabited by the Han Chinese. “Each province contained five or six towns, with schools established for teaching the youth to read and write… Their books came from China. There were also men regarded as sorcerers or diviners who exerted great influence over the local people.”

In the centuries that followed, several other Hungarian travelers visited Taiwan, echoing Benyovszky’s admiration for the island’s enchanting beauty. It is little wonder that in recent years Taiwan has become one of the popular travel destinations for Hungarians.

Source:
Hoppál, K. – F. Kovács, P. – Tárnoki, J. (eds). Adventures in Far Eastern Cuisine — A Photographic Journey into Tainan’s Street Food Culture. Szolnok, 2021.

 

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Origins and Evolution

Founded on the shared passion of Taiwanese and Hungarian friends, Yushan Chinese School embraces the idea that ‘language is a bridge to culture.’ We integrate Chinese language learning with cultural heritage to create a truly immersive experience.

History of Development

  • 2019: The preparatory team was established, launching Chinese language classes for children in Budapest.

  • 2020: Introduced the first adult beginner class and hosted the first “Taiwan Culture Week.”

  • 2022: Applied to join the Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning (TCML).

  • 2023: Launched synchronous and asynchronous online courses, leading to significant growth in international enrollment.

  • 2024: Signed MOUs with universities in Taiwan to provide teacher training and implement a leveled curriculum.

  • 2025: Expanded with a new branch in Armenia and planned collaboration with European universities under the “Excellence in Chinese” program.

MEET OUR TEACHERS

Teaching Team

Li Yiying, Director

With a Master’s degree in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language from National Kaohsiung Normal University, she has over a decade of experience teaching Chinese and Taiwanese culture to international students. She founded Yushan Chinese School in 2019, established TCML Hungary in 2022, and in 2025 began teaching at Central European University in Vienna.

Huang Hsing Mei, Deputy Director

With dual Master’s degrees from King’s College London and Middlesex University, she is also a certified life coach and ICF member. She focuses on cultural adaptation, identity, life transitions, and women’s leadership, while actively promoting social equality, sustainable education, and community well-being.

 

Norbert Lukács (小北), Hungarian Teacher

He holds a BA in German Studies and an MA in Translation and Interpreting from Eötvös Loránd University, where he is now pursuing Hungarian Studies with a focus on teaching Hungarian as a foreign language. With experience learning multiple languages himself, he understands the challenges of language learning and serves as a supportive role model for effective study habits and techniques.

 

Adrienn Simon, Kindergarten Teacher

With a background in Japanese Translation and a Master’s degree in Comparative Linguistics of Classical Japanese and Classical Chinese, she has extensive experience in language teaching. Having taught young children in Japan and now focusing on Mandarin courses for both children under six and adult beginners, she is dedicated to helping students learn effectively while staying motivated.

 

Jason Huang, Online Teacher

He has been teaching Chinese since 2011 in the Philippines, Australia, and Taiwan, with experience at Mactan College and Hello Mandarin in Melbourne. Currently a project lecturer and executive director at the Chinese Language Center of Chaoyang University of Technology, he also serves as the online instructor for the school’s blended calligraphy course since 2022.

 

Fan Lin Lin, Online Teacher

With a Master’s degree in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language from NTNU, she has taught learners of all ages in Taiwan and Indonesia. She focuses on making Chinese learning simple and fun, especially for children, teenagers, and students from beginner to advanced levels.

Lin, Yu-Jou , Recruiting Teacher

A Taiwanese Mandarin teacher with experience in both online and offline teaching, she focuses on advanced adult conversation courses. As a reserve teacher, she is committed to creating lessons that are fun, practical, and educational.

 

Hsieh, Chi-En , Recruiting Teacher

With training in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language and experience in online instruction, she specializes in using interactive games and activities to boost student engagement. She is proud to be part of the new generation of Mandarin teachers at our school.

 

Partners

Collaborative Partners

In long-term partnership with OCAC, academic institutions, and cultural organizations.

We work in close partnership with the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC), receiving strong support in both teaching resources and policy. Over the years, we have built lasting collaborations with:

  • The Taiwan Representative Office in Hungary and other TCMLs in Europe and the U.S.

  • Leading universities in Taiwan for materials and teacher training

  • Local cultural and academic institutions in Hungary for joint events and promotion

  • International NGOs, including partners in Armenia

For us, language education goes beyond the classroom—it is a long-term project of cultural connection and exchange.

 

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