Beipu Old Street is a charming step back in time, offering a glimpse into Taiwan's rich history and culture. Once the bustling commercial heart of Beipu during the Qing period, it now proudly holds the title of Taiwan's highest concentration of historic sites within a short 200-meter stretch. As you stroll along, you'll encounter significant landmarks like the Jinguangfu Official Residence, Tianshui Hall, Citian Temple, and the Chiang A-Hsin Mansion, each steeped in history. The street's authentic vibe is preserved, with no large chain stores in sight, making it a perfect spot to enjoy traditional Hakkanese cuisine, from ground tea to delicious persimmon cakes. Beipu Old Street is a must-visit for anyone wanting to experience Taiwan's heritage in an authentic and...
Read moreI loved this traditional place away from bustling city... A good 3-4 hours of visiting place... Many traditional food products are available here... Can also find many organic vegetables grown by local farmers... Mainly famous for persimmon fruit, oranges 🍊.. The green tea 🍵 available here is also quite famous... I found many shops were selling freshly prepared hot peanut 🥜 bars...
You can reach this following Google map direction... If you are at Zhubei station or at Hsinchu HSR station then you can catch bus no. 5700 to reach here. But the frequency of 5700 is less. Uber doesn't function in...
Read moreOld sleepy quiet town on a Tuesday 3-4pm. Not a lot of shops open although a couple of hakka restaurants were in operation. There are some street side vendors selling dried goods, persimmons, and tea. Honestly not very exciting but it's decent enough to stop by for a meal if you happen to come by. Perhaps a charming little old town but not the most exciting or cultural if you are looking for something more preserved / protected. People here are lovely, very nice, lots of old people. Perhaps it's because i'm here on...
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