Shenghsing Pottery Workshop (Formerly Shiliu Fen Cultural Center) Introduction
With the sound of the train whistle, the locomotive gradually glides into the station, where many arrive and many depart; some reunite, while others part ways. The platform is always hosting different stories. At the station, there are sounds of vendors calling out, conversations among travelers, and the sound of trains departing. Now, all those sounds have ceased, leaving only the echoes of laughter from nostalgic visitors who remember past glories. This is the Sixteen-Section Cultural Center of the Old Mountain Line in Sanyi, more famously known as Shengxing Station. Designed and constructed by the Japanese, Shengxing Station features beams and roofs with shapes resembling the Bagua and spears, while its eaves display a unique serrated design. It is said that these designs consider feng shui; surrounded by nine mountains resembling tiger heads, known as the Kuan-Tao Mountains, the design incorporates elements symbolizing weapons to ward off evil spirits, seeking safety. Regardless of the truth of feng shui beliefs, these characteristics set this station apart from others in style. Since its completion, Shengxing Station has withstood several major earthquakes and remains intact. It is now designated as a County Level Three Historic Site. The ticket counter, waiting seats, railings, and other features still retain their appearance from the Japanese colonial period, while the station's office has preserved its pre-operation scene, rich in historical ambience. The station houses many artifacts from Taiwan Railways, among which a striking red electric path signal blocker stands out, serving as a safety device for train operations, ensuring passenger safety. Today, Shengxing Station is regarded as one of the most important cultural assets along the Old Mountain Line. The small train station is filled with a strong nostalgic atmosphere, always attracting many visitors and railway enthusiasts.
