Zhongyang Old Street

Penghu Attractions

中央老街
中央老街

Zhongyang Old Street is located in Magong City, Penghu. It is the earliest developed street in Penghu, hence also known as "First Street." The development of the old street can be traced back to the 33rd year of the Qianlong period in the Qing Dynasty, when shops were abundant, and a variety of goods were displayed along the street. The bustling crowd made it very lively, and this phenomenon continued even after the retrocession, with Zhongyang Old Street remaining the main commercial center of Magong City.

Address:Central Street, Magong City, Penghu County

Zhongyang Old Street Introduction

Central Old Street is the earliest developed street in Penghu, hence it is called "First Street." In 1984, Central Old Street was officially listed as a "Protected Historical Site." By 1994, residents of the Penghu Old Street formed the "Penghu First Street Revitalization Association," which received government funding for restoration and renovation, transforming the old street into its current Minnan-style architectural look, riding the wave of Penghu's tourism boom and restoring its former glory. The street also features many exotic buildings, including a Baroque-style traditional Chinese medicine shop and an old Japanese inn, both renowned establishments from the past. Tourists wandering through Central Old Street will pass by "M乳巷," an alley connecting to Central Street. In the early days, due to the narrow gaps between Penghu's houses, people had to walk sideways when encountering one another in this alley. Women would protect their chests with their hands while walking through, hence the name "M乳巷." After reconstruction, the alley has become quite spacious. Central Old Street is most famous for the Four-Eyed Well, which is also the oldest ancient well in the area, with a history of over 400 years. Originally, it was a huge well, but to prevent residents from falling in while drawing water, it was covered with granite slabs, creating four small stone-ringed holes, earning it the unique name of Four-Eyed Well. 【Recommended stay time】 1.5 hours

Zhongyang Old Street Zhongyang Old Street

Zhongyang Old Street Travel Information

Address:Central Street, Magong City, Penghu County


Transportation Methods:From Magong Port → Zhongzheng Road Wharf → Head west along Coastal Road → Turn right onto Minzu Road, continue following the signs to enter Zhengyi Street to reach Central Street.


Tickets:Free admission


Other Nearby Attractions: Four-Eyed Well & Qianyi HallShigong TempleFour Eyes WellShigong Shrine and Wanjun WellMazu Temple in Magong (Tai Hsia Association)Gyeongbokgung PalaceWanjun WellPenghu ConstabularyHung Kun-Shen Museum of ArtShuixian Temple (Commercial Association Hall during Japanese Occupation)


Nearby Cuisine: Blue Mom Grass Jelly (Central Store)Tao Ping Art and Leisure CenterHeiniu Original Flavor ShopWenxin Wenshi WorkshopJiu Island AnecdotesHsing Der Seafood Shopping CenterHai Yu Red Coral Specialty StoreAfu's Ocean Art DIY Specialty StoreTumble Doll ChocolateChrysanthemum Light Souvenirs


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