Lugang old street

Lugang old street is known as "invisible Street". Because Lugang is close to the sea, it is windy and Sandy. In order to prevent the invasion of windy sand, the residents of Lugang built roofs on the streets, so the pedestrians can't see the sky when they look up, so it gets its name. In ancient times, Lugang was a prosperous commercial port with many sails and vigorous shipping. This street once flourished, but now it has become a unique landscape.

Lugang old street

Lugang old street is a kind of settlement cultural asset, which refers to the "ancient city street" and "Wufu Street" of Lugang in Changhua. Lukang occupies an important position in the history of Taiwan, "Lukang old street" witnessed its development.

During the Qianlong period (about the middle of the 18th century), the main roads in the dock area were Putou street, Yaolin street, Dayou street, etc., which are now "Gushi Street"; later, the old street space was not enough, and residents built another "Wufu Street". It took shape in the Qianlong period and took shape in the Jiaqing period (from the end of the 18th century to the beginning of the 19th century). There were Shunxing street, Fuxing street, Hexing street, Taixing street and Changcheng street Xingjie is composed of five blocks. It used to be called "wujiantian Street" and was also the longest commercial street in the Qing Dynasty.

History of old street

"Gushi Street" is the earliest block in Lukang and the first settlement preservation case in Taiwan. In the past, it used to be a gathering place for boatman, with the characteristics of wooden structure, common wall, length and depth, and the integration of living and business. In 1978, the people of Lukang realized the importance of historical and historic preservation, and formed the "Association for the preservation of cultural relics and local development promotion of Lukang". Later, under the leadership of the Department of civil affairs of the provincial government, they carried out the restoration investigation. In 1986, they established the "conservation area of historic relics of Lukang" through the change of urban planning, and began the preservation work mainly focusing on Yaolin street and Putou street. What we see today is the face after renovation.

"Five Fu Street" connects north to Zazi street and vegetable market street, and south to Lukang street. It is called "main street". It is a commercial center in Jiaqing City, and it also has functions of Commerce, residence, workshop and warehouse. During Japanese occupation, it was once called "the first city Street in Taiwan" and "the only pure type typical street * *" in the island. In 1933-1934 (Showa 8-9), the Governor General's office of Taiwan carried out urban correction. The buildings on both sides were demolished about 7 meters in depth, and the second floor was built with a foreign style facade. Influenced by the modern Japanese realistic style, the style was relatively plain. Among them, "yuzhenzhai", "yuanchangxing" and "shiyilou" have been listed as historical buildings.

Related streets

Mishi street, Shanhang street, Dexing street and Jinsheng Lane (Jiuqu Lane) near Xingan palace in Lukang are also ancient streets. Due to renovation and demolition, only Shanhang street and Jinsheng Lane still maintain their ancient style.

How to go

MTR - take the platform to Changhua Station - transfer to Changhua passenger (for Lugang) and get off at Shichang front station.

Address: Lugang old street, Yaolin street, Lugang Town, Zhanghua County

Longitude: 120.4327193197

Latitude: 24.056619977792

Tel. + 886-4-7787753

Tour time: 1-2 hours

Traffic information: within walking distance of Lugang

Ticket information: Free

Opening hours: 11:00-20:30