Ren'ai Village (Teppanyaki) Introduction
Reproducing the Glamour of Coastal Fishing Villages - Ren'ai Village, another small settlement in Nangan, formerly known as "Teiban," is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces the sea on one side. During low tide, a large expanse of sandy concrete appears along the shore, shimmering under the sunlight, resembling a giant iron plate, hence the name. Later, it was renamed Ren'ai Village, which once served as a large vegetable market and the seat of the county government, thriving for a time. However, after the political and economic center shifted to Shanlong Village, Ren'ai Village returned to a more modest state. The village is dotted with large Fujian-style stone houses, and in recent years, with the planning efforts of the government and caring individuals, the commercial area has been revitalized, featuring installation art such as incorporating old stone houses into military camouflage themes, large historical photos displayed outdoors, and replicas of old-style archways. The residents' dedication to preserving and creating the settlement is evident, bringing Ren'ai Village back to life; under the residents' careful maintenance, some intact village buildings have been preserved. Wandering through Ren'ai Village offers a beautiful landscape interwoven with modern architecture and old homes. Although the fishing village scene is no longer seen, the passage of time has carved out a natural tranquility. Matsu Story Museum, Teiban Living Museum - Reliving Simplicity and Stories of the Past Near the entrance of Ren'ai Village, within the Matsu Daily newspaper office, the "Matsu Story Museum" is established, with the first floor themed around the history of the Matsu newspaper industry and the second floor displaying artifacts and photos from the wartime period in Matsu. Not far away, there is also the "Teiban Living Museum," converted from an old house, showcasing local cultural artifacts that seem to take visitors into a time tunnel, experiencing various aspects of life in wartime Matsu. Matsu Story Museum Address: No. 19, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Opening hours: 08:00-17:00 Teiban Living Museum (Nangan Teiban Community Development Association) Address: No. 51, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Opening hours: 08:30-17:00 Crispy "Chong Di Shi Bing" with Stuffing Overflowing "Chong Di Shi Bing" is one of the must-try snacks in Matsu. "Chong Di," pronounced as "ti," can also refer to "oyster pancakes," a traditional snack from Fuzhou. Hidden in Ren'ai Market, "A-Po Chong Di Shi Bing" resembles "oyster cakes" and is made with high-quality ingredients, using a batter made from rice and soybeans, filled with eggs, cabbage, shredded meat, and rice noodles, and deep-fried to a golden crisp. The layered texture is irresistible! The "Red Yeast Chicken Skewers" in the shop are also highly recommended! Address: No. 15, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Business hours: 14:00 until sold out Guanmou Mountain Ecological Trail Located behind Teiban and across from the Nangan Tourist Center, the Guanmou Mountain Ecological Trail was once a major outpost. It has since been renovated by villagers into an ecological park that combines wartime character with abundant greenery. On the mountain, a 360-degree camouflage viewing platform offers a panoramic view of the North Sea Cave and the village landscape of Ren'ai.
