Dali Old Street Introduction
Due to sedimentation and river rerouting in the Wu River after the Japanese rule, as well as the fact that Keelung and Kaohsiung were Taiwan's main foreign trade ports, the political and economic center shifted to the current Taichung Station, leading to the decline of Dali, which was once prosperous. Today, only the Dali Railway Station, which once connected the south and north, and a approximately 200-meter-long red brick-paved Dali Old Street remain. On the old street, only the old houses centered around Qingyuan Hall remain, with wooden structures that reflect the past. The once vibrant traces are now gone. It is recommended to learn about the stories of Dali Old Street before visiting in order to imagine its past glory and slowly savor its history. Although the dock site is preserved at the end of the old street, the historical buildings no longer exist. If you have the opportunity to come here, you will notice that the shops are narrow and long, primarily due to the high rents in this once-valuable area, making it easy to imagine its past prosperity. By exploring historical stories and ruins, you can understand the flourishing brought about by changes over time and the traffic hubs, gaining insight into Taichung's modern development. Additionally, a distinctive feature worth seeing is the "Tingzai Jiao," where the arcade and roofs of the houses are separated.
