Wang'an Zhongshe Historic House Introduction
The Zhongsha Historic Houses located in Zhongsha Village, Wang-an Township, Penghu, used to be a garden traditional residence with over a hundred Minnan-style buildings, reflecting the prosperity and flourishing of that time. Walking down the streets, you can see traditional Minnan architecture, daughter windows, cat holes, and rock formations resembling clam shells. The original name of Zhongsha Historic Houses was "Huazhai," and in the center of Huazhai, there is a small hill, which the residents refer to as "Huaxin," meaning the heart of the flower house. "Huazhai" first appeared in the "Taiwan Provincial Gazetteer" in 1695, named for its topography resembling a flower. Viewed from the outer sea, the rolling hills surround the area like petals encircling the flower's heart, leading the ancestors to name it "Huazhai." The cluster of historic houses in Zhongsha Village (a traditional Minnan settlement) has been listed among the world's 100 sites at risk of degradation and has officially been registered as a "Historic House Preservation Zone" by the Council for Cultural Affairs. Due to the densely located historic houses, Zhongsha Village exudes a rich cultural atmosphere, often evoking nostalgia for visitors. In recent years, it has become a favorite filming location for movies and advertisements (such as Barista Coffee), making it a place well worth a visit in Penghu. 【Recommended Stay Time】 1.5 hours
Lao Gu Stone Roof
