Train enthusiasts, look here！ Taiwan's 6 most distinctive train stations — wooden structures and fan-shaped stations full of nostalgic charm

Reported by Xiao Wanning / Taipei

Endless railway tracks always spark boundless imagination and hope. Whether for returning home or setting out on a journey, each carriage carries passengers' chatter, while train stations bear the sorrow of parting and the joy of reunions. Taiwan boasts a variety of stations, including wooden ones, Baroque-style ones, and fan-shaped stations. "Eastern Travel Cloud" has compiled a list of 6 unique stations and depots in Taiwan. Pack your bags and get ready to go！

1. Shengxing Station in Sanyi
Shengxing Station in Sanyi has long been a favorite spot for train enthusiasts. Essentially the highest point on the Western Trunk Line, it sits at an elevation of 402.326 meters. It ceased operations in 1998 and has nearly a century of history, representing the most rugged and scenically unique stretch of the Western Trunk Railway.

▲ Shengxing Station in Sanyi. (Photo / Courtesy ofTourism Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications)

2. Chaoyang Station Fan-Shaped Depot
When it comes to train stations, Chaoyang’s remaining fan-shaped depot is definitely a must-mention. Though it’s a depot and not a station, its unique shape has captivated train enthusiasts. In recent years, it has also opened its doors to visitors to admire its design. With its semi-circular form and twelve radiating railway tracks, it’s a remnant from the Japanese colonial period — and it’s still in active service today！

▲ The fan-shaped depot at Chaoyang Station. (Photo / Provided by netizen Una; for use by "Eastern Travel Cloud" only, not for reproduction.)

3. Shanjia Station
Located in Shulin, Shanjia Station is a municipal heritage site with a history of 100 years. Originally thriving due to mining, it gradually fell quiet as the industry declined. But its wooden exterior and nostalgic vibe have made it increasingly popular in recent years — time to pay it a visit！

▲ Shanjia Train Station in Shulin. (Photo / Courtesy ofWikipedia.)

4. Guanshan Old Station in Taitung
Guanshan Old Station is about 100 meters from the current Guanshan Station. Its Japanese-style architecture gives it lasting charm even though it no longer operates. Many visitors make it a point to stop by the old station when they come here！

▲ Guanshan Old Train Station in Taitung. (Photo / Courtesy ofMinistry of Culture.)

5. Jingtong Station
Jingtong Station is one of the well-known stations in the Greater Taipei area. Though its appearance is old, its wooden structure gives it a quaint charm. Every holiday, the area around Jingtong Station is filled with visitors coming specifically to relive memories.

▲ Jingtong Station. (Photo / By reporter Chen Ruizhong.)

6. Jiji Station
Jiji became widely known across Taiwan after the 921 Earthquake. Severely tilted in 1999, it was restored and completed in 2001, becoming one of the popular tourist spots in the country.

▲ Jiji Station in Nantou. (Photo / Courtesy ofWikipedia.)