Ren'ai Village (Teppanyaki) Introduction
Recreating the Coastal Fishing Village Splendor: Ren'ai Village in Nangan, formerly known as "Tieban," is surrounded by mountains on three sides and faces the sea on one side. During low tide, a large area of sand and concrete is revealed on the shore, shimmering under the sunlight like a giant iron plate, which is how it got its name. Later, it was renamed Ren'ai Village, which once served as a large vegetable market and the location of the county government, flourishing for a time. However, as the political and economic center shifted to Shanlong Village, Ren'ai Village returned to obscurity. The village is dotted with large traditional Fujian-style stone houses. In recent years, under the planning of the government and interested individuals, efforts have been made to reshape the commercial district and install public art, such as integrating old stone houses with military camouflage themes, hanging large old photographs outdoors, and recreating traditional archways. Everywhere you look, you can see the residents' dedication to preserving and nurturing the settlement, revitalizing Ren'ai Village; under the careful stewardship of the villagers, some complete village buildings have been preserved. Strolling through Ren'ai Village, you can easily capture the beautiful scenery formed by the interplay of modern architecture and old houses. Although the fishing village scene is no longer visible, the refinement of time brings a natural tranquility. Matsu Story Museum and Tieban Living Museum: Relive the Simplicity and Read Old Stories Located near the entrance of Ren'ai Village in the Matsu Daily News office, the "Matsu Story Museum" features exhibits on the history of Matsu's newspaper industry on the first floor and displays artifacts and old photographs from the wartime period on the second floor. Not far away, the "Tieban Living Museum," converted from an old house, showcases local cultural relics, inviting visitors to step into a time tunnel and experience 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 Tieban Living Museum (Nangan Tieban Community Development Association) Address: No. 51, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Opening Hours: 08:30-17:00 Crispy "Chongdi Shibing" with Abundant Fillings "Chongdi Shibing" is one of the must-try snacks in Matsu. The word "Chongdi," pronounced as "ti," can also be called "oyster cake," a traditional snack from Fuzhou. Hidden in Ren'ai Market, "Apo Chongdi Shibing" resembles "Oyster Cake" and is made with high-quality ingredients. The batter is made from rice and soybeans, filled with eggs, cabbage, shredded meat, and rice noodles, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. The layered texture is irresistibly delightful! The shop's "Red Yeast Rice Chicken Skewers" are also highly recommended! Address: No. 15, Ren'ai Village, Nangan Township, Lienchiang County Business Hours: 14:00 until sold out Guanmao Mountain Eco-Trail Located behind Tieban, across from the Nangan Visitor Center, the Guanmao Mountain Eco-Trail was once a significant stronghold. Later, it was renovated by villagers to create an ecological park that combines wartime charm with lush greenery. A 360-degree camouflage observation deck has been built on the mountain, offering views of the North Sea Tunnel and the landscape of Ren'ai Village.
