Stone Art Street Introduction
Hualien is known as the hometown of stones, nurturing countless talents in stone art creation. The trend of working with and appreciating stones has become widespread, as artists utilize natural materials combined with gems, minerals, driftwood, and metals to create unique works featuring distinctive patterns, colors, and shapes. On "Stone Art Street," you can find these treasures! Located at the intersection of Bo'ai Street and Chongqing Road in Hualien City, "Stone Art Street" is more aptly described as a "Stone Art Creative Market," featuring around 30 to 40 shops carefully crafted by their owners, showcasing a collection of stone art treasures: various stone utensils, stone crafts, stone sculptures, stone pottery, animal-shaped decorations, necklaces, and rings, along with beautiful glass beads from the Thao tribe, intricately designed stone sculptures of cookies, cigarettes, and peanuts—each piece will leave you in awe! At Stone Art Street, feel free to engage with the artists, observe the creation process, and deepen your understanding of the stone art industry. If you want to explore Hualien's stone and stone carving arts more deeply, you must not miss the "Stone Art Cultural Center." The center offers guided tours, displaying exquisite pieces like rose stones, Feng Tian jade, sapphires, Taiwanese cat's eye, high-quality crystals, and various types of jade, all of which have been curated. Another exhibition space, the Cultural Exhibition Room, explains the history of stone art development, through which you will gain a better understanding of the essence of stone art and appreciate its beauty. A visit to Stone Art Street not only allows you to admire the beauty of stone art but also gives you the chance to discover your favorite stone artworks to take home at reasonable prices, making excellent gifts as well.
