https://chinaroots.org/en/tags/two-gates-crossing/Recent content in Two Gates Crossing on ChinaRoots - Digital Local ChroniclesHugoen-usWed, 01 Apr 2026 13:40:00 +0800https://chinaroots.org/en/posts/xiamen-taiwan-ties-300y/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:40:00 +0800https://chinaroots.org/en/posts/xiamen-taiwan-ties-300y/Based on Xiamen Local Chronicles and Maritime Records, this article explores the profound historical ties between Xiamen and Taiwan since the establishment of "Two Gates Crossing" in 1684. It details the "Tai-yun" mechanism as a grain lifeline for Fujian, analyzes the lasting influence of the Zheng era's military and educational systems on Taiwan, and highlights how modern Taiwan Investment Zones continue this legacy of economic and cultural bonds.