Ren'ai Village (Teppanyaki) Introduction
Reproducing the splendor of a seaside fishing village, Ren'ai Village in Nan'gan, formerly known as "Tieban," is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces the sea on one side. During low tide, large areas of sandy concrete appear along the shore, shining brightly under the sunlight like a giant iron plate, hence the name. Later, it was renamed Ren'ai Village. It was once a large vegetable market and the location of the county government, thriving for a time, but after the political and economic center shifted to Shanlong Village, Ren'ai Village returned to tranquility. The village is home to many Min Dong-style stone houses. In recent years, with planning from the government and concerned individuals, the commercial environment has been reshaped, and installation art has been added, such as integrating old stone houses into military camouflage style, displaying large old photos outdoors, and recreating traditional archways. These efforts are a testament to the residents' dedication to preserving and revitalizing the village, bringing Ren'ai Village back to life. With the thoughtful care of the villagers, some complete buildings have been preserved, creating a beautiful scene where modern architecture intertwines with old houses. Though the fishing village landscape is no longer present, it possesses a natural charm sculpted by the passage of time. Matsu Story Museum and Tieban Living Museum Revisiting simple stories Located near the entrance of Ren'ai Village within the Matsu Daily News office, the Matsu Story Museum features the history of Matsu’s newspaper industry on the first floor and exhibits artifacts and old photos from the battlefield period of Matsu on the second floor. Not far away, the Tieban Living Museum, transformed from an old house to showcase local cultural relics, allows visitors to feel as if they are stepping into a time tunnel, experiencing the daily life of wartime Matsu. Matsu Story Museum Address: No. 19, Ren'ai Village, Nan'gan Township, Lienchiang County Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00 Tieban Living Museum (Nan'gan Tieban Community Development Association) Address: No. 51, Ren'ai Village, Nan'gan Township, Lienchiang County Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 Crispy "Chongdi Shibing" that bursts with flavor "Chongdi Shibing" is one of the must-try snacks in Matsu. The word "Chongdi" is pronounced as "ㄊ一ˋ" and can also be called "Oyster pancake," a traditional snack from Fuzhou. Hidden in the Ren'ai Market, "Apo Chongdi Shibing" resembles "Oyster pancakes" and is made with real ingredients. The batter made from rice and soybeans is filled with eggs, cabbage, shredded meat, and rice noodles, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. The layered texture is irresistible! The restaurant’s "Red Yeast Chicken Skewers" are also highly recommended! Address: No. 15, Ren'ai Village, Nan'gan Township, Lienchiang County Business Hours: 14:00 until sold out Guanzui Mountain Ecological Trail Behind Tieban, across from the Nan'gan Tourist Center, the Guanzui Mountain Ecological Trail was once a major base. Later, it was renovated by villagers into an ecological park that combines battlefield atmosphere and lush greenery. At the top, there is a 360-degree camouflage observation platform that overlooks the sea view of the North Sea Tunnel and the layout of Ren'ai Village.
