Huazai Settlement (Zhongshe Village) Introduction
Hua宅 Settlement is one of the most well-preserved traditional settlements in the Penghu region. More than 300 years ago, Han Chinese immigrants arrived here, observing the surrounding hills that encircle the area like petals around a flower center. They began to cultivate land and build houses near the flower center (on top of Shan Zi Wei), hence the name "Hua宅." It is geographically located in the center of the four villages on the main island of Wangan Township and was renamed "Zhongsha" Village. Due to local population outflow, the ancient houses began to deteriorate, leading the residents of Hua宅 to establish the "Taiwan Hua宅 Settlement Ancient House Preservation Association" in 2005 to draw government attention. Subsequently, the Penghu County Government designated it as "Wangan Hua宅 Settlement" and further applied to the Cultural Affairs Council for registration as an "Important Settlement." Currently, a redevelopment plan is being formulated. Among the ancient houses in Hua宅, the most striking is the Zeng family's ancient house, which features windows shaped like scrolls resembling Microsoft's logo, and the window grilles made of red bricks arranged in the shape of the character "Zeng," akin to a fun access code. This restoration was funded by the descendants of the Zeng family, preserving their ancestral heritage, which is commendable. A star attraction: "Looking back, the footsteps of youth are not far; looking forward, life's flavors are even more fragrant, gazing at the truth of life" - from the "Barista Coffee Penghu Edition" advertisement. The sound of piano accompanies children's laughter, with light and dancers' movements intertwined, windmills, ancient houses, green trees, and cosmos flowers, all colors of Penghu reflecting youthful, hearty laughter and shy smiles, the mottled stone walls etched with history, along with azure seas, blue skies, red flowers, and white waves. These elements represent the colors of Penghu. The advertisement "Canon EOS 650D - Penghu Edition" features shadowy alleys and textual windows of ancient houses, appearing to be one of the favorite capture scenes for photographers.
A corner of Huazhai Village
Jhong She Old House
