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Old City Memories, Strolling to Gather Time—Nantou Old Town In-Depth Cultural Walking Tour (4 Sessions)
Old City Memories, Strolling to Gather Time—Nantou Old Town In-Depth Cultural Walking Tour
Nantou City is more than just a river valley settlement. During the Qing dynasty, it was once the site of the Nantou County Magistrate Office, a historically prosperous ancient capital. Have you ever wondered how many dust-covered stories of time lie hidden within those mottled red brick walls, ancient temples, and quiet old streets and alleys?
This activity will visit:
Witness to Official Power: Explore the historical context around the 18th-century old county government (originally the site of the Nantou County Magistrate Office), imagining the scene of Qing dynasty local officials working here and feeling the transformation of the power center through time.
Centers of Faith and Life: Step into the historically significant Lan Tian Academy (藍田書院) and Nantou Pei Tian Temple (南投配天宮). The academy's tranquility and the temple's bustling incense smoke represent the two pillars of the old town residents' spiritual life, allowing one to appreciate the beauty of traditional architecture and the influence of imperial examination culture.
The Daily Life and Literary Sentiment of a Century-Old Street: Stroll through the warm and human-filled Nantou Century-Old Market and Nantou Old Street, which is precisely the realistic setting of the town 'with papaya trees' described by writer Lung Ying-tsung (龍瑛宗). We will search for old stories and old flavors, walk the traces of the Nantou town he once walked through, feel that uniquely Nantou nostalgic flavor that is both simple and full of vitality, and reflect the romance and nostalgia of literature.
Imprints of the Japanese Colonial Era: Visit historical buildings such as the Nantou Butokuden (武德殿), Japanese-style dormitory clusters, the roundabout, and the Nantou Tax Office (南投稅務出張所), sensing the layered cultural strata and life traces from different eras superimposed here, and engaging in dialogue with the writer's historical context.
Why You Shouldn't Miss It:
In-Depth Commentary × Literary Guide: Led by experienced cultural and historical workers, it's not just about seeing buildings and hearing history; it also incorporates Lung Ying-tsung's literary perspective, making Nantou not just an old town but an imaginative 'manga' town.
Suitable for All Ages: The route is gentle, the pace relaxed, suitable for families, couples, cultural history enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to learn the stories of their hometown.
Rediscover Nantou: Step away from tourist spots and rediscover Nantou's profound底蕴 from cultural and literary angles, no longer just a transit mountain gateway.
Meeting Point: Nantou Butokuden (Address: No. 65, Section 2, Changnan Road, Nantou City)
Attendance Limit: 25 people
Welcome to sign up online on the activity website.
Nantou City is more than just a river valley settlement. During the Qing dynasty, it was once the site of the Nantou County Magistrate Office, a historically prosperous ancient capital. Have you ever wondered how many dust-covered stories of time lie hidden within those mottled red brick walls, ancient temples, and quiet old streets and alleys?
This activity will visit:
Witness to Official Power: Explore the historical context around the 18th-century old county government (originally the site of the Nantou County Magistrate Office), imagining the scene of Qing dynasty local officials working here and feeling the transformation of the power center through time.
Centers of Faith and Life: Step into the historically significant Lan Tian Academy (藍田書院) and Nantou Pei Tian Temple (南投配天宮). The academy's tranquility and the temple's bustling incense smoke represent the two pillars of the old town residents' spiritual life, allowing one to appreciate the beauty of traditional architecture and the influence of imperial examination culture.
The Daily Life and Literary Sentiment of a Century-Old Street: Stroll through the warm and human-filled Nantou Century-Old Market and Nantou Old Street, which is precisely the realistic setting of the town 'with papaya trees' described by writer Lung Ying-tsung (龍瑛宗). We will search for old stories and old flavors, walk the traces of the Nantou town he once walked through, feel that uniquely Nantou nostalgic flavor that is both simple and full of vitality, and reflect the romance and nostalgia of literature.
Imprints of the Japanese Colonial Era: Visit historical buildings such as the Nantou Butokuden (武德殿), Japanese-style dormitory clusters, the roundabout, and the Nantou Tax Office (南投稅務出張所), sensing the layered cultural strata and life traces from different eras superimposed here, and engaging in dialogue with the writer's historical context.
Why You Shouldn't Miss It:
In-Depth Commentary × Literary Guide: Led by experienced cultural and historical workers, it's not just about seeing buildings and hearing history; it also incorporates Lung Ying-tsung's literary perspective, making Nantou not just an old town but an imaginative 'manga' town.
Suitable for All Ages: The route is gentle, the pace relaxed, suitable for families, couples, cultural history enthusiasts, and anyone wanting to learn the stories of their hometown.
Rediscover Nantou: Step away from tourist spots and rediscover Nantou's profound底蕴 from cultural and literary angles, no longer just a transit mountain gateway.
Meeting Point: Nantou Butokuden (Address: No. 65, Section 2, Changnan Road, Nantou City)
Attendance Limit: 25 people
Welcome to sign up online on the activity website.
Event Details
- 2026-05-02 — 南投縣文化園區 · 費用+850