East Gate Tower Introduction
During the Qing Dynasty, Meinong Township, centered around Yong'an Street, was surrounded by fence gates, with the only city gate tower built at the East Fence Gate. The East Gate Tower is the most famous landmark in Meinong, with a very unique design. It was first constructed in 1755 by Hakka people who valued education, hoping for their descendants to flourish, and the inner building was erected at the East Fence Gate. In 1937, it was reconstructed to mimic the appearance of the Qing Dynasty's Longyan Fengge, standing tall and majestic. The gate tower bears the four characters "Da Qi Wen Ming," encapsulating the rich lifestyle of the people of Meinong. The East Gate Tower is located at the end of Yong'an Road, along the main axis that runs through the township, witnessing the history of Meinong's establishment. Below it, the Meinong River served as a public laundry area for women in the past.
