Daqing Cave Introduction
The newly opened Daqing Cave brings a new tourism vibe to the Daxi area of Taoyuan, offering a visual surprise for those strolling through the historic town. Located by the Daxi Bridge and the Dahan River, Daqing Cave was once a narrow tunnel essential for traffic between Taoyuan and Daxi. With the completion of the Wuling Bridge, it is no longer a critical traffic route. Under the renovation by the Taoyuan City Government and the Daxi District Office, it has successfully transformed into a recreational tourist pathway entrance, with stone paths leading to Daxi Old Street, making it a must-visit attraction in Daxi. Referred to as the gateway to Daxi, Daqing Cave measures 27.5 meters in length, 5 meters in width, and 5.8 meters in height. In the past, Daqing Cave served as a highway tunnel with heavy traffic, but as vehicle sizes increased, the low entrance hindered access and caused congestion. During the transfer of former President Chiang Kai-shek's coffin to Cihu, the hearse's height was too high, prompting an urgent lowering of the road surface by two meters to allow passage, resulting in the current elevated road surface. With the opening of the Wuling Bridge, vehicular traffic is no longer permitted, and the area has transformed into a pedestrian zone. To explore the famous Daxi Old Street, one can ascend the century-old stone pathway next to Daqing Cave, leading to the old street that best represents Daxi’s character, featuring Baroque-style buildings and deep historical traces. The carved patterns on the exterior walls of homes not only serve decorative purposes but also resonate with the Baroque architectural style. Nowadays, an ecological museum concept has been introduced, connecting various historical buildings and adding warmth to the overall travel experience in Daxi.
