Xinbeitou Station Introduction
During the Japanese colonial period, the New Beitou area was developed for its hot spring tourism industry, which led to the construction of the New Beitou Branch Line. In 1916 (Taisho 5), the "New Beitou Stop" was established and later renamed "New Beitou Station." This is how the name New Beitou originated. New Beitou Station is the only remaining century-old station on the Tamsui Line and in Taipei City, featuring a wooden structure. The station's architectural highlights include the floral support under the eaves and the 3+1 combination gable windows created in 1937 due to station expansion. However, the station became historical in 1988 when train services on the Tamsui Line ceased, and the structure was relocated to the Taiwan Folk Village in Changhua. In 2003, as awareness of cultural asset preservation rose, the Taipei City Government collaborated with private organizations to reclaim the station. After various challenges, Dayrong Assets Co., Ltd. agreed to donate New Beitou Station to the Cultural Affairs Bureau of Taipei City Government, realizing the enthusiasm and anticipation of Taipei citizens for the station's return. The station was reconstructed in 2016 as a simulated structure to experiment with transportation issues, eventually being located near its original site in Qixing Park (as seen today). Restoration work commenced and was completed in April 2017, with the station reopening to the public. Source: New Beitou Station official website.
