Xinzhuang Miao Jie Night Market Introduction
Before Mengjia flourished, Xinzhuang was a bustling commercial hub, known by the saying "One Prefecture, Two Deers, Three Xinzhuang." However, it was later replaced by Mengjia due to river siltation. Although it is no longer a critical waterway due to the changes over generations, its vibrant atmosphere remains unchanged. The Dihua Night Market is home to many representative food stalls that evoke a sense of nostalgia for traditional flavors. Centered along Xinzhuang Road, the night market primarily spans Xintai Road, Xinzhuang Road, Bi-Jiang Street, and Jingde Road. The most distinctive feature of the Xinzhuang Temple Street Night Market is that during the day it serves as a historic old street, transforming into a food night market at night. Among the highlights of the Xinzhuang Temple Street Night Market is the popular food area on Lane 214 of Xinzhuang Road, where you can enjoy sticky rice on the left and savory meat dumpling soup on the right. After filling up, don't forget to try the mung bean soup and frozen tofu pudding. There's also the mushroom meat soup next to the Wusheng Temple on Xinzhuang Road. Don't be fooled by the small size of this shop; it has been passed down through three generations. The firm texture of the meat soup insists on using whole pieces of vegetarian meat, with a coating of sweet potato flour on the outside for added smoothness. The meat soup retains an absolute elasticity and chewiness, making it a dish you won't tire of. The Ciyou Temple and Wusheng Temple in the Xinzhuang Temple Street Night Market also boast hundreds of years of history and are certified as level three historic sites. They not only bless the livelihoods of the old street's food vendors but also witness the rise and fall of Xinzhuang over the century. While strolling through the night market, you might as well light some incense and pray for family safety and good fortune.
