Fugang Old Street 富岡老街

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Fugang Old Street in Yangmei District of Taoyuan was once a vibrant market in front of the newly built Fugang Train Station. Here you can enjoy well preserved historical residences and shops in the area, that have remained virtually unchanged for 100 years. It is definitely worth checking out if you are interested in the history of the area. 

Historical Background:
Since prehistoric times, the area around Fugang was home to indigenous Taiwanese plains aborigines. There was no large-scale Dutch or Chinese settlement in the area during the Dutch rule of Taiwan.
During the Qing Dynasty, Chinese settlers began to settle the area and begin farming. 
The Fugang Old Street includes Zhongzheng Road, Xinyi Street, Fuyuan Road, Xinming Street, Zhonghua Street, and Chenggong Road, which are in front of the present Fugang Station.
Formerly known as "Bogonggang 伯公岡" Fugang Station was established in 1929 during the Japanese colonial period, after the northward shift of the Western Trunk Line. After the train station was established, a local market street began to form in front of the station. 
The old street area began at Zhongzheng Road, expanding westward. Many of the buildings on Fugang Old Street still retain their original construction, with the Lu Family Mansion being the most distinctive.
However, with the rerouting of major stops along the railway (now only local trains stop here), prosperity in the town began to stall, while leaving the beautiful baroque style buildings here as a testament to the area's former glory.

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Where to stay:
Looking for a hotel in Taoyuan? We recommend the Novotel Taipei Taoyuan International Airport which has great service and is conveniently located right next to Taoyuan Airport, the MRT, and HSR station (you can book on Agoda here or Booking.com here).  
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Activities in Taoyuan:
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How to get there:
By Car: From Taoyuan, take Provincial Highway 31 southwest to Taoyuan and turn right on Minfu Road. The train station where the old street starts is right in the middle of town. There is free parking on the side of the road. 
If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search  Qeeq here, Klook here, or KKday here. 
By Scooter: From Taoyuan, take Provincial Highway 31 southwest to Taoyuan and turn right on Minfu Road. The train station where the old street starts is right in the middle of town. There is free parking on the side of the road. 
Looking for scooter rental in Taoyuan? Search Klook here or KKday here to look for options.
By TRA: You can take the local train to Fugang TRA Station.  You can book tickets to travel to Taoyuan via inter-city bus on Klook here. Book tickets via the normal train (TRA)  on Klook here.
By Bicycle: Once you arrive at Yongan Harbor, there are many bike rental places available at the mouth of the harbor and along the bike path. Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan's landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can use Taiwan's many Youbike sharing stations, or search for rentals on KKday here, and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. You can also book a cycling tour on TripAdvisor here. 
For more information, check out our Taiwan transportation guide here. 
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Our Journey:

I have been to Fugang Old Street twice. It is one of the more notable old streets in the area, with multiple rows of arched red brick buildings, and one building that stands out: the Lu Family Mansion. It is definitely worth checking out if you are interested in the history of the area. 

If you come by train, the old street is right in front of the train station on the west side.

While you are here you should also check out the Lu Family Mansion on Zhongzheng Road, which is the most representative building on the old street. It was completed in 1929. Spanning five storefronts and two stories, its elaborate Baroque elements include a central dome, roman style pillars, and intricate carvings, showing the wealth of its owner. 
​Don't forget to visit this area which is in front of the train station. ​

Closeup on the main dome of the mansion.

A-frame design on the house next door.

Arched design on the next house.

Another A-frame.

Another arch on the right side.

Ancient architecture with modern appliances. 

Another view of the Lu Mansion in front of the train station.

View down the street from the Lu Mansion.

When we visited, there was a stall selling fried snacks when we where there. 

The old street stretches to about four different streets within town, so it can be hard to know where to start. You should start at the train station where the Lu Family Mansion is. 

Further inside town though there are many pristine red brick buildings from the Japanese era, like this one with the words Li An 利安. 

When I visited, there was also a long row of red and orange lanterns. 

Another view of the lanterns. 

Old wooden doors from inside an old covered walkway. 

More of the arched walkways here. 

View looking down the street.

An old abandoned two story house.

View further down the street.

Another view looking back up the old street.

The main temple in town is the Fude Temple pictured here.

Another view down the street.

View looking up Zhongzheng Street.

More era brick houses along Zhongzheng Street.

Abandoned house.

More old houses along the street, perhaps built after the Japanese era.

Another view from the main intersection in town.

Another view of the lanterns. 

We also saw this toy train model display near the public library. 

Check out more photos of the area above. 

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Another great place to visit near Fugang Old Street is Sanlian Pond. Sanlian Pond is a group of three ponds known for its large white egret statue and views of passing trains in Yangmei District of Taoyuan County. Nearby are lots of bike paths, including paths that link up to and encircle other nearby ponds. You can also check out the nearby Fugang Old Street. 

There are many other activities available in Taoyuan such as Ice Skating, Rock Climbing, Mountain Climbing, High Ropes, Ziplining, Archery, Batting Cages, Glamping, Go Karting, peach and fruit picking, and more on Klook here, or KKday here. 

Check out our full guide to Taoyuan here.

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