Houpu Small Town Business District Introduction
Jincheng, formerly known as Houpu, has been the liveliest town in Kinmen from ancient times to the present. Besides historical monuments, many large constructions and shops have chosen to settle in Jincheng, which is conveniently located near key transportation routes, making it the current political and economic center. The most charming area of Jincheng is best explored on foot to fully appreciate its charm! The Qingsheng Command Post, the Qiu Liang-gong Mother Filial Piety Archway, and Wujing Academy are all historical sites that record its glorious past. The neatly arranged and beautiful Model Street not only preserves old architecture but also has new shops that bring renewed vibrancy. The Houpu 16 Cultural and Creative Park allows young innovation to flourish with its cultural creativity. Of course, one cannot miss the long-established traditional snacks such as Oysters Cake, Grilled Egg Rolls, Cantonese Congee, and Savory Rice Cakes. Houpu Town's selection as one of "Taiwan's Top Ten Tourist Towns" is well-deserved! Model Street is characterized by red-brick arcades, where the uniformly arranged street houses depict the beauty of architecture with their continuous archways, serving as a model of architectural excellence, hence the name Model Street. Here you can find many shops, including the famous Shaobing along with many local specialties available for purchase. The Houpu 16 Cultural and Creative Park, located next to the Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, consists of sixteen storefronts owned by the Kinmen Chen Clan Association. With support from the community and efforts from local youth, they have preserved architectural features and renovated them into the Houpu 16 Cultural and Creative Park, establishing numerous unique shops that create a vibrant cultural atmosphere! Oysters Cake, made with Kinmen's famous stone oysters, is quite renowned in the Houpu area. Taking a hot bite, the rich filling and broth burst in your mouth, and the sweetness of the stone oysters explodes with each chew, making you crave for another! Grilled Egg Rolls are made over charcoal fire and are also known as Ring Cakes in Kinmen. With no extra ingredients added, the pure batter is baked to a crisp and sweet perfection, making it suitable to be enjoyed on-site as well as given as a gift. Cantonese Congee is a must-try breakfast when in Kinmen. Ordering a bowl of delicious and hearty Cantonese congee paired with Kinmen's uniquely textured fried dough sticks guarantees a filling meal. There are many shops in Houpu Town to choose from, each with its unique specialty. Savory Rice Cakes, which are also famous snacks in Houpu, may appear similar to radish cake but are primarily made of rice, shredded taro, and seasonings. The owner will cut the savory rice cakes into bite-sized pieces, making them a great companion for a stroll!
