Yangdih Old Street Introduction
Located in Jinsha Township, Yangzhai Old Street was once a military stronghold where the Jin-Dong Brigade was stationed and served as a recreational spot for soldiers. The bustling shopping street featured cinemas, pool halls, bathhouses, and barbershops, but gradually declined after the military withdrawal. Yangzhai Old Street later gained fame as the filming location for the movie "Paradise in Service," which recreated the historical scenes of Kinmen in the 1960s, blending local culture with battlefield elements to create a vibrant memory of "military-civilian unity." The film won the opening film honor at the Busan International Film Festival and accolades for Best Supporting Actress and Best Supporting Actor at the 51st Golden Horse Awards, and it was also selected for the Panorama section of the 65th Berlin International Film Festival. After filming, the Kinmen County Government preserved the sets, integrating them into the community and supporting youth entrepreneurship. Many unique shops have since opened in the Yangzhai area, allowing visitors to travel back in time and experience the historical atmosphere of Kinmen. This has gradually formed a business district model, revitalizing the community, supporting young creators, and enhancing the tourism experience, making Yangzhai a vibrant hotspot and a popular photo opportunity for young people. The Jin-Dong Cinema was built in 1950 by Mr. Chang Hsiang-Chuan, the then-chairman of the Taipei City Council, to provide a recreational space for the frontline military personnel in Kinmen. At that time, the cinema was always packed, which brought lively activity to the Yangzhai area, leading to the emergence of barbershops, pool halls, and bathhouses. After several decades, the Jin-Dong Cinema has been renovated while retaining the ambiance of the 1950s, preserving a vivid memory of its past glory.
