Jinshan Old Airfield Ruins and Li Chifeng Ancient Residence Introduction
Starting from the urban area of Jinshan and heading towards the vicinity of the Huangxi Bridge, there are two places to pause for recreation. One is the former Jinshan Airport located on the left side of the road, and the other is the most splendid century-old house in Jinshan, the Li Qifeng Ancient Residence. The former Jinshan Airport was once a garrison for the Japanese military, where a temporary military airstrip was laid, measuring about two kilometers long and half a kilometer wide, covering an area of over one hundred acres. It served as a test site for the takeoff and landing of Zero fighters, and within the remnants, there are three large stone wheels, which were tools used by the Japanese military to level the ground during the airport's construction and are the only remaining relics today. The other site is a Minnan-style Sanheyuan (traditional three-compound courtyard) known as the Li Qifeng Ancient Residence, over 200 years old, which is the most well-preserved Minnan-style house in the northern coastal area. It is said that the owner of Qifeng Residence, Li Bu, immigrated from Zhangzhou to Taiwan in 1802 to cultivate the land, starting from nothing and becoming very wealthy, reputedly the richest man and a prominent family in areas such as Jinguashih at the time. Entering Qifeng Residence, there is a crescent-shaped pond in front and an orchard in the back, reflecting the ancient Feng Shui design that sought wealth and fortune. According to the customs of the Qing Dynasty, the houses of commoners should not feature a curved roof ridge, yet Qifeng Residence boasts an ornate swan tail ridge, showcasing the owner's power and achievements. The decorative cut-and-paste art on the roof ridge is also quite elaborate. Currently, Qifeng Residence is still inhabited, and as long as one does not disturb the residents, visitors are welcome to explore.
