【Strolling down on the street MINI – Visit Hundred-year Rice Street and Ancient Temple】
Fucheng, Lugang, Manka, these three areas are of central historical importance—so say the history teachers in Taiwan. Fucheng, the earliest developed settlement, is now centered around today's West Central District. This area has the highest density of historic sites in Taiwan. The temples built by the Han Chinese who arrived in Taiwan during the Tungning period still stand today as local centers of faith. The ancient streets here are old, but in keeping with the times, residents, old shops, and new stores exist in harmony, while guarding the ancient streets with Tainan's unique slow-paced lifestyle.
Right beside Chihkan Tower is a little known street steeped in history—Xinmei Street, originally referred to as “Rice Street,” as it was once a business hub for rice vendors. The street has lost its bustle over the years, yet because of that, it was able to preserve the lifestyles of the common people unique to Fucheng. Nowadays, new stores are opening, adding even more interest to this street. Old with new, culture with life, all exist in harmony on this street. For travelers wanting to understand cultural life in Tainan, this is a street that must not be passed by.
The MINI walking tour will guide you on an in-depth tour of century-old Fucheng Rice Street, Kaiji Tianhou Temple, and DIY tatami crafting. Stories of temples, scenes of historic sites, the past and present of Rice Street.... History and life, past and present intertwine. Follow the footsteps of your local guide Bin on this tell-all tour.
【Guided by Expert |Hong Bin Chen】
Hong Bin Chen is excellent in both mental and physical performances, serves as police officer, as well as realizes lots of history of Tainan in his mind.
Hong Bin Chen is a local citizen in castle town. Start to be a storyteller introducing architecture of temple and history in Tainan since he intended to show his friends around Tainan during studying period. He still keeps original mind in Rice Street and insists in traveling around Tainan by foot since he has left away from home for past few years.
【Information】
● Date: Depart on weekends every month
● Time: 15:00~17:30. Total tour duration is about 2.5 hours.
● Meeting Point: Lento Hostel (No.204, Xinmei St., West Central Dist., Tainan City 700, Taiwan (R.O.C.))
● Strolling Spot: Kaiji Tianhou Temple - introduce craft, history and culture of temple → Rice Street (Northern part of Xinmei Street) - Strolling guidance of hundred-year stores and innovative stores including handmade experience「tatami coaster」.
● Number: 6 ~ 10 people. Depart with the minimum 6 people based on reservation. The registration will end when the total reaches 10.
● Fare included: Hand painted map*1、Local snack - Peng Pastry in Jiulaifa Cake Shop*1、fresh fruit voucher in Fung Bin Fruit Shop*1、Handmade tatami coaster*1、Rice Street Bag*1
