Yuanquan Station Introduction
Yuanquan Station is located in the southeastern part of Dajia District, Changhua County. With a long history, it is one of the oldest railway stations on the Taiwan Railways Administration’s Jiji Line. Yuanquan is a small village with sparse population, but the station features a compact and clean station building, a tranquil and rustic atmosphere, and is situated midway on the Dajia Cycling Path, which attracts many railway enthusiasts and tourists for photography and sightseeing. The Jiji Line was established in 1922, originally used for transporting logs. As the forestry industry declined, it gradually transitioned to passenger services. The station was initially named Bizaitou Station and was renamed Yuanquan Station 51 years later. It was later downgraded to a flag stop and was severely damaged in the 921 earthquake, leading to a year-long suspension of service. After renovations, it has taken on its current form, with the reborn Yuanquan Station being linked to surrounding attractions along the cycling path, making it a peaceful and charming little station in Dajia Township. The station is neat inside and features seating, allowing visitors to seek shelter from the sun and rain while enjoying a moment of tranquility and preparing for the next part of their journey. The station is currently an unstaffed flag stop, with a limited number of trains passing through. As there is no ticket office, passengers need to purchase tickets on board. The rain shelter retains a Japanese railway style, and the adjacent residential walls are decorated with mosaic tiles of the Jiji Line. There are also small installations nearby, along with a unique tunnel and a small park on the cycling path, making Yuanquan Station a distinctive spot full of surprises.
