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Old Fongshan City Wall, Taiwan

April 8, 2015 by Exploretraveler.com 1 Comment

Old Fongshan City Wall, Taiwan
Old Fongshan City Wall, Taiwan’s first township gate fortified with a stone wall and moat

Old Fongshan City Wall

Old Fongshan City Wall is  located in Zuoying District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The old city of Zuoying, also known as Fongshan was the first walled city in Taiwan.  It is complete with a moat. What a fascinating city in this unique country! This defensive wall was built back in the Qing rule period. It was the first Taiwan city  to be so fortified. It also has a moat! Notice how sturdy the wall was built! It is amazing that the Old Fongshan City Wall is still standing today, though it has be renovated a couple of times.  You can still see the Old Fongshan City Wall in modern Zuoying, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. It is another amazing reason to include Kaohsiung on your next Taiwan vacation.

The beautiful North Gate is also referred to as the Gongchen Gate. This granite gate is complete with two signs above the gate, one on each side. On the outside of the gate it reads Gongchen Gate. On the inside is simply says North Gate.  Just inside the gate is the remains of the old Gongchen Well. It was built over 200 years ago and latter removed.  The well was covered with  an iron lid thatwas placed over the hole.  Enter inside the Old Fongshan City Wall by the North or Gongchen Gate and it is still visible today. What amazing history inside the Old Fongshan City Wall!

Another beautiful granite gate is the South Gate or the Ciwun Gate. The Old Fongshan City Wall is no longer connected to the South Gate, so it stands alone in a traffic circle. Her beauty is still well preserved! In 1961 the gate was renovated and concrete blocks were put on the coroners of the gate for added stability. The stairway going to the top of the gate was fully renovated. The top of the gate gives a most fantastic view.

The delightful East Gate of the Old Fungshan City Wall is the best preserved of the four gates. It is also known as the Fongyi Gate.  A portion of the Old Fungshan City Wall is still connected to this beautiful granite gate. What beautiful living history lies in the Fongyi  Gate of the Old Fungshan City Wall.

The old West Gate is no longer in existence. It was also known as the Dianhai Gate. It was completely destroyed during the Japanese occupation and rule of the island.  Until an old Japanese map was found, the existence of this gate was unknown. In 2004, a monument to the Old West Gate was placed at its location. Thus the four gates of the Old Fungshan City Wall are now accounted for. What adventure there is in Kaohsiung! What amazing living history there is in the Old Fungshan City Wall!

On your next trip to Kaohsiung, take time to walk around the different gates and the sections of the Old Fungshan City Wall that are still standing. Feel the history of a time long past. Imagine the majestic walls with it’s four gates. Dream about living within it’s walls, protected by a moat. This is the living history of Taiwan. Make today the day you get out and explore……The Old fungshan City Wall and it’s granite gates!

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Filed Under: Asia, East Coast Taiwan, Taiwan, Travel Tips, World Travel Tagged With: Ciwun Gate, Dianhai Gate, East Gate, Fongshan, Fongyi Gate, Gongchen Gate, Japanese rule, Kaohsiung, North Gate, Old Fongshan City Wall, Qing rule, South Gate, Taiwan, Taiwan's First Township Gate, West Gate, Zuoying, Zuoying District

Hsinchu City Taiwan

December 4, 2014 by Exploretraveler.com Leave a Comment

Hsinchu Taiwan By Bus photo

HSINCHU CITY TAIWAN

Welcome to Hsinchu City Taiwan, “the city of New Bamboo”. Cooling breezes coming off the Strait of Taiwan keep the windy city cool and pleasant most of the year. Hsinchu Taiwan is off the main tourist map making it a delightful discovery for the deserning traveler. Hsinchu City Taiwan is over 400 years old and is the oldest city in Northern Taiwan. Chuchang, as it was originally called, was named and inhabited by the Aboriginal Tribe of Taokas. Today, only a small group identify as ethnic Taokas. Most of those who identify as Taokas live around the city of Puli in central Taiwan. The name of the city was changed to Hsinchu during the reign of Emperor Guangxu of the Qing Dynasty. Because of it’s rich history, Hsinchu City Taiwan is the perfect home base when visiting northern Taiwan. Those who desire to know and understand the dynasties that ruled the island will find many museums and national historical sites throughout the City of Hsinchu.

Public transportation in the city of Hsinchu is efficient and regular. Buses and scooters are the primary means of getting around Hsinchu. Bright and colorful buses have regular routes throughout the city and the surrounding area. Most of the major tourist sites can be reached by the How-Tai Bus Company . The buses run frequently and are the easiest and most economical way to enjoy the city.

Eighteen Peaks Mountain is a delightful park and dates back to the Japanese Colonial Times. The park is a thick forest that has 18 mountain peaks. Wide paved paths make walking easy and the park is a favorite recreational spot. Take a deep breath and smell the fragrance of the many flowers and shrubs. The east entrance is best reached by buses 1, 1A, 2, 5 or 31. Route 20 will take you to the western entrance of the park.

Hsinchu Botanical Garden has over 300 species of plants. Enjoy discovering the many plants of Taiwan and the secrets that surround them. Learn about the Acacia, the eucalyptus, and the Ceylon olive and their many uses. As a bonus, the Hsinchu Zoo is a 5 minute walk from the garden entrance. This area can be accessed by most of the buses of the city. A short walk takes you to the City God Temple, one of the famous temples in the city. The East Gate Historical Site is also in this area. Constructed from granite with a magnificent arch entrance, this historical wall dates back to the time of the later Qing Dynasty.

These are just a few of the fantastic sites in Hsinchu City Taiwan. Check out the links at the bottom of the page for areas of interest and local accommodations. Discover the many eateries and restaurants that call Hsinchu City Taiwan  home. While there check out the fantastic buffet at the Ambassador Hotel. The variety is unbelievable and the food is some of the best on the island. Let this be the year that you discover the hidden gems of northern Taiwan.Hsinchu City Taiwan is fun, historical, and unique. Come explore with us, this year in Taiwan.

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Filed Under: Asia, Hsin-Chu, Restaurant, Taiwan, Travel Tips, World Travel Tagged With: Aboriginal Tribe, Ambassador Hotel, City God Temple, city of New Bamboo, East Gate, Eighteen Peaks Mountain, Emperor Guangxu, Hsinchu, Hsinchu Botanical Garden, Hsinchu City Taiwan, Hsinchu Zoo, Northern Taiwan, Qing Dynasty, Strait of Taiwan, Taiwan, Taokas

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