Xinyu Shihwu Story House Introduction
Fishing Weir Cultural Heritage Sustainability: The coastal stone weirs of Xinyu are mainly distributed in Koa-Jian, Shenzhen, and Yongxing. Currently, the weir in Yongxing has disappeared, leaving only those in Koa-Jian and Shenzhen. On April 8, 2019, the Taoyuan City Government registered the better-preserved stone weirs No. 2, 3, and 6 in the Xinyu Koa-Jian stone weir group as cultural landscapes in accordance with the Cultural Heritage Preservation Act, enhancing the protection of the stone weirs. It is expected that all 11 existing stone weirs will be restored by 2023, and efforts will be made to transmit and preserve fishing techniques through the Xinyu Stone Weir Story Museum to convey the historical stories of the century-old stone weirs. Xinyu Stone Weir Story Museum: The police station in Xinyu Koa-Jian was built in 1990, originally serving as a police dormitory, located within the windbreak forest next to the Xinyu Koa-Jian beach, offering a beautiful view. After the government lifted martial law and dismantled the defense, it gradually became an unutilized idle space. The Taoyuan City Government invested approximately NT$7 million in September 2018 for renovation and revitalization. In March 2020, it was completed and transformed into the Xinyu Stone Weir Story Museum and Visitor Center, providing visitors the opportunity to understand local traditional fishing culture, while also serving cultural transmission and environmental education functions. 1F Fishing Weir Cultural Exhibition Area: Displays models of stone weirs and artifacts recording the development of the Xinyu stone weirs. Through the "Palm of Xinyu" APP developed with the assistance of local youth, augmented reality technology simulates the fun of fishing during the ebb and flow of the tide at the stone weirs. 2F Marine Maker Classroom: Extending from the preservation of fishing weir culture to marine environmental protection initiatives, the marine maker classroom teaches DIY creations from marine waste recycling, allowing the public to realize the importance of ocean protection through interaction. 3F Stone Weir Viewing Area: A vast sea view stretches before you, capturing the beautiful coastline of Xinyu. Quietly feel the sea breeze and the sound of crashing waves, enjoy a cup of coffee, and leisurely savor a relaxing afternoon. (Image source: Coast Management Engineering Office of the City Government)
