Jiufen 九份

Famous popiah skin that wraps peanuts and icecream

Grilled/smoked mushroom

Old streets of Jiufen.

A movie was shot here in the coffee house.
You could sit in one of these to watch the world go by and enjoy the scenic view.

Famous yam-balls

Night beckons.

Try their fishballs!

From Taiwan.net.tw :

It is said that long time ago there were only nine families in Jiufen (Jioufen). Before the roads on land were built, all materials were transported via ships. Thus a habit was formed that nine pieces of same object were purchased at one time for reservation. Hence, the place was called Jiufen (Jioufen).

The most prosperous shopping district is Jiufen (Jioufen) Old Street. It goes through most of the village. There are many visitors on the street. Along the street there are shops vending the most famous country snack of Jiufen (Jioufen), yam dish and various local dishes. There are some historical items well reserved. The trip to Jiufen (Jioufen) is full of fun and delights. Jiufen (Jioufen) has many accommodation places provided by local residents. If you were not in a hurry, you may want to pick a nice inn and stay for the starlight and fishing lights at night.

Tel	+886-2-2497-3813       (TRA Ruifang Visitor Center)
Address	Ruijin Hwy, Ruifang District, New Taipei City Longitude/Latitude  (25.10942,121.84254)
Public	THSR Taipei Station (or TRA Taipei Station) → Taipei MRT  Zhongxiao Fuxing Station → Keelung Bus (bound for Jinguashi) to Jiufen (Jioufen)

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