Ren'ai Village (Teppanyaki) Introduction
Recreating the Glamour of Coastal Fishing Villages – Ren'ai Village, another small settlement in Nangan, was formerly known as "Tieban." Surrounded by mountains on three sides and facing the sea on one side, the shore reveals a large expanse of sandy concrete during low tide, shimmering under the sunlight like a giant iron plate, hence the name. It was later renamed Ren'ai Village and once served as a major vegetable market and the county government's location, bustling for a time. However, as the political and economic center shifted to Shanlong Village, Ren'ai Village returned to tranquility. The village is dotted with large Fujian-style stone houses. In recent years, through the planning efforts of the government and dedicated individuals, the appearance of the business district has been revitalized, with the installation of art pieces, such as incorporating old stone houses into camouflage styles, displaying large old photographs outdoors, and recreating traditional archways. Residents' dedication to preserving and enhancing the settlement is evident everywhere, breathing new life into Ren'ai Village. With the villagers’ careful maintenance, some complete buildings have been preserved, creating a beautiful scene of modern architecture intertwined with old houses, offering a glimpse into a tranquil, naturally sculpted landscape beyond the nostalgic fishing village. Matsu Story Museum, Tieban Living Museum Revisit Pure Simplicity and Old Stories Near Ren'ai Village, within the offices of the Matsu Daily, there is the "Matsu Story Museum." The first floor focuses on the history of Matsu's newspaper industry, while the second floor displays relics and old photographs from the wartime period in Matsu. Not far away, the "Tieban Living Museum," converted from an old house, showcases local cultural artifacts, reminiscent of a journey through a time tunnel to experience life in wartime Matsu. Matsu Story Museum Address: No. 19, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Opening Hours: 08:00-17:00 Tieban Living Museum (Nangan Tieban Community Development Association) Address: No. 51, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 Crunchy “Chongdi Shibing” That’s Bursting with Ingredients “Chongdi Shibing” is one of the must-try snacks in Matsu. "Chongdi," pronounced "ti," can also refer to "Oyster Pancake," a traditional snack from Fuzhou. Hidden in Ren'ai Market, "Apo Chongdi Shibing" resembles an "Oyster Cake," crafted with genuine ingredients using a mixture of rice and soybeans as the batter, filled with eggs, cabbage, shredded meat, and rice noodles, then deep-fried to a golden crisp. The layered texture is utterly irresistible! The "Red Yeast Chicken Skewers" in the store are also highly recommended! Address: No. 15, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Business Hours: 14:00 until sold out Guangmao Mountain Ecological Trail Located behind Tieban, across from the Nangan Visitor Center, the Guangmao Mountain Ecological Trail once served as a large military base but has been renovated by villagers into an ecological park combining wartime ambiance with lush greenery. The mountain features a 360-degree camouflage observation deck, offering views of the Beihai Tunnel sea scenery and the layout of Ren'ai Village.
