Zhongyuan Commercial Circle (Zhongyuan Night Market) Introduction
If you want to know what young people are currently into, head to Chung Yuan Night Market! Whether it’s the hottest Instagram-worthy food, the trendiest outfits, or the best gathering spots, a stroll along Shih-Chien Road and Jih-Hsin Road will keep you updated on the latest eating, drinking, and entertainment trends! Located next to Chung Yuan Christian University, the night market always sees a surge of shoppers in the evening, featuring many high-value snacks that are particularly loved by students, with some even attracting long lines before official opening hours. Tasty soup dumplings with chewy skins filled with broth and meat make for a satisfying treat! Did you know the wheel cakes hide popcorn chicken inside? With a thickness of 8 centimeters, it's like having two classic snacks in one! The pork version of a sweet donut, drizzled with Thai sweet and spicy sauce and honey mustard, creates a surprisingly wonderful flavor combination. And let’s not forget the hand-crafted drinks with poetry drawing lots, the vitamin C-rich fruit Mount Fuji, and the fragrant charcoal-grilled chicken cutlets… a complete collection of night market delicacies, let’s eat all night! Not only does Chung Yuan Night Market serve amazing food, it also offers plenty of fun activities! The Chung Yuan No. 2 Theater at the intersection of Shih-Chien Road and Jih-Hsin Road lets you enjoy movies on a big screen at great prices, and the eye-catching hand-painted movie billboards are a must-see photo spot. The hyper-realistic depictions are created by billboard artist Hsieh Sen-Shan, and the saturated colors make the scenes come to life. Each billboard takes a day to complete, while more complex ones can take up to five days. Walking through the Chung Yuan Night Market filled with popular cultural information, these almost-lost hand-painted billboards bring a contrasting retro charm. Additionally, the recently popular board game cafes are also great spots for gatherings with friends, where you can test your strategy, eyesight, and courage, making for a fun and enjoyable experience!
