Lukang Old Street
Central Taiwan Region
Lukang Old Street is a renowned historic street located in the urban township of Lukang in northwestern Changhua County, Taiwan. The street is famous for its well-preserved traditional architecture, reflecting the town's prosperous past as an important sea port during the 18th and 19th centuries. Lukang was once Taiwan's second largest city, thriving on trade, especially in rice and deerskin, which contributed to its wealth. The street is lined with numerous old temples, including the famous Longshan Temple and Matzu Temple, showcasing traditional Taiwanese religious culture. Lukang Old Street also offers visitors a glimpse into local life with its specialty foods such as Ox Tongue Cakes and oyster pancakes. The preservation of the street is partly due to the decline in trade caused by harbor silting and the refusal to allow railroads through the city, which prevented modernization and retained its historic charm. Today, Lukang Old Street attracts tourists seeking to experience Taiwan's folk culture, historic architecture, and culinary delights in a vibrant but authentic setting.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Lukang Old Street is during the day when the temples and shops are open, allowing full exploration of the street’s cultural and culinary offerings. Booking guided tours or purchasing tickets for special temple events in advance can enhance the experience. Visitors can enjoy local specialties like Ox Tongue Cakes and oyster pancakes, often available at family-run shops. Lukang is less crowded on weekdays, making it ideal for a peaceful visit. Discounts may be available for group tours or during local festivals. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as the street is best explored on foot.
Faits intéressants
- •Lukang was Taiwan's second largest city in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
- •The name Lukang means "Deer Port," referencing its historic deerskin trade.
- •The street is home to over 200 temples dedicated to various folk deities.
- •Lukang Old Street’s preservation is due to economic decline preventing modernization that affected other Taiwanese cities.
- •The town hosted the 2012 Taiwan Lantern Festival, highlighting its cultural significance.
Histoire
Lukang Old Street developed during the town's heyday from 1785 to 1845 when Lukang was a major trading port and Taiwan’s second largest city.
The street grew alongside the flourishing rice and deerskin trade, contributing to the town’s wealth.
The harbor’s silting and the city’s refusal to allow railroad development in the late 19th and early 20th centuries caused economic decline but preserved the historic buildings.
During Japanese rule, Lukang remained a significant urban center.
These historical developments have left Lukang Old Street as a well-preserved example of traditional Taiwanese urban and religious architecture.
Guide du lieu
Longshan Temple1786
One of the oldest and most famous temples on Lukang Old Street, dedicated to the Buddhist goddess Guanyin. It is renowned for its intricate carvings and traditional architecture.
Matzu Temple1738
A temple dedicated to the sea goddess Mazu, reflecting Lukang’s maritime heritage and the importance of sea trade in its history.
Old Street Architecture18th-19th century
The street features well-preserved traditional Taiwanese shophouses and buildings dating back to the town's prosperous period in the 18th and 19th centuries, showcasing intricate wooden and brickwork.
Contact
Téléphone: 04 776 4923