Nantun Old Street Introduction
Nantun Old Street not only features the old temple Fude Temple and the historic Wanhhe Temple but also has old buildings scattered along the street. These include ancient houses and old shops, with the oldest ones over two hundred years old and the youngest around fifty to sixty. The traditional houses exude a sense of antiquity, with a Min-Tai styled architecture called "Ying Tian Tang" and a cluster of ancient houses topped with thatch made from spear grass. On the left side, there is the two-story street house "Qiu Shi Tang." Other notable establishments include "Rui Ji Tang," "Yan Liao," and "Niu Xu." Where there are old streets, there are old shops. Among them is the over 100-year-old red-brick shop "Yong Cheng Grocery Store," with a plaque hanging on the crossbeam and various iron signs from the old days, including a doorplate from the Japanese occupation era featuring "Yong Cheng." After years of historical change, other shops include "A Xia Beef Noodles," "Jin Yi Xing Rice Factory," "Jin Qi Food Store," "Yong Fu Tofu Factory," and "Tian Xin Blacksmith Shop." Everyone is welcome to explore the charm of the old street and its shops, delving into their rich history and culture.
