Nanzhuang 13 Creative District: A Charming One-Day Trip to an Old Town with Scenic Beauty in Miaoli

By MOOK Scenic Spots / Compiled and Reported
 
Nanzhuang in Miaoli, certified as a Cittaslow (Slow City) by international standards in 2016, is perfect for a relaxing town exploration with family during the weekend. The local culture, charm, and historical significance of “Nanzhuang Thirteen Old Streets” are even more worth exploring and experiencing in detail.

Must-try local delicacies on “Nanzhuang Thirteen Old Streets” include Old House No. 6 Café, Old Li’s Stinky Tofu, Xiao Ji Black Sugar Cake, Golden Kiln Baked Bread, Qinqin Xiongxiong, Thirteen Old Streets Handmade Farm, Ximai Fu Health Steamed Buns, Hakka Together, Swallow Pottery, Red Brick House Specialty Homestay, and Shandu Kiln Baked Bread.

In addition, Miaoli County has specially created the “Golden Food Tour” food and leisure district to promote local cuisine, specialty shops, and recreational spots in the four downstream towns of Zhonggang River — Zhunan, Toufen, Houlong, and Zaobridge.

The “Golden Food Tour” food and leisure district includes ShanHao MiSenlin Farm, Sunri Bee Garden, Far East Bubble Ice, Red Tile Cottage Creative Cuisine, Guba Leisure Resort, Tongjing Fairy Peak Pavilion, Sifang Fresh Milk Farm, Shui Zhi Yang Trading Company, Flower Lane Coffee House, and Taiwan Beer Zhunan Factory.

Among the featured products from local shops are pure natural honey drinks that aid digestion and help reduce toxin buildup in the intestines, sauces and handcrafted pastries made with local ingredients, and rich, aromatic coffee for unwinding and enjoying with friends — making it the perfect spot for a cozy gathering. Visitors can not only enjoy delicious food, leisure activities, and a relaxing experience, but also immerse themselves in the slow-living style of Miaoli’s local culture.