Hsinchu: A modern East Asian Silicon Valley, a blend of technology, heritage, and culture

#Hsinchu East Asia's Silicon Valley
Hsinchu, a city often associated with titles like "Silicon Valley" and "Technopolis," hides a gentle history within its bustling city center. This journey begins with a gaze at the "Zhuqian City Yingxi Gate," a national monument. Standing quietly in the center of a bustling traffic circle, this majestic gate not only bears witness to Hsinchu's history from the "Zhuqian City" era to the present day, but also serves as a gentle elder, witnessing the city's transition from brick and stone walls to the glory of wafer manufacturing.
Flanking Yingxi Gate is the former moat, now transformed into a beautiful "Moat Water Park." Strolling along the riverbank, sunlight filters through the green leaves onto the shimmering water. The clear waters, teeming with fish, imbue this high-pressure tech city with a vibrant and tranquil atmosphere. Walking across the petite Yingxi Bridge, gazing at the weeping willows on both sides interweaving with the modern buildings in the distance, I deeply appreciate how Hsinchu skillfully blends historical elements with modern life.
This place is not just about the coldness of tech factories, but also about the warmth of its cultural heritage. Hsinchu has transformed its ancient moat into a green oasis accessible to both residents and travelers, making culture no longer a distant memory but a tangible part of everyday life. This is a city worth slowing down, savoring, and experiencing its captivating blend of past and present, its constant transformation.

[Travel Tips]
• Yingximen Transportation Information:
• Train: Take the Taiwan Railways to Hsinchu Station. After exiting the station, walk straight along Zhongzheng Road and walk about 5 to 10 minutes to Dongmen Roundabout.
• High Speed ​​Rail: Take the High Speed ​​Rail to Hsinchu Station, transfer to the Taiwan Railways Liujia Line to Hsinchu Station, or take a city bus (such as Route 182) to the city center. • Bus: Many city buses stop at Dongmen Market, Dongmen Roundabout, or nearby stops, making transportation very convenient.

• Local Food Recommendations:
• Chenghuang Temple Night Market: Located not far from Yingxi Gate, it's a mecca for Hsinchu cuisine. Must-try dishes include: spring rolls, Guo's Yuanzu spring rolls, Liu's braised pork rice, Achenghao rice noodles, and Ye's large rice balls.
• Hsinchu Pork Balls and Rice Noodles: Two of Hsinchu's specialties, the pork ball soup and fried rice noodles at established restaurants like Hairui Pork Balls are authentic, not-to-be-missed delicacies.
• Duck Meat Hsu: Famous for its smoked duck, its duck rice and fried duck blood are on the bucket list of many locals and tourists.

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Post by 有伴同旅其樂無窮 | Sep 30, 2025