Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department
The Green River waterfront, blending nature and art, was a highlight of Taichung’s “Little Kyoto” during the Japanese colonial period. The area is surrounded by well-known attractions such as the Miyahara Eye Clinic, the refreshing-style eatery Shengqiao Gua Bao, the old Taichung Railway Station... and other spots, creating new highlights for tourism in central Taichung and attracting many visitors.
Green River Light & Art Exhibition. (Photo provided by Cherie)
1. Green RiverLight & Art Exhibition
The Green River incorporates public art and utilizes water elements to create a diverse and creative artistic space, fostering a culturally rich riverside landscape.
The riverside uses water elements to create a culturally rich landscape. (Photo provided by Cherie)
The riverside preserves memories of past greenery along its banks, using native Taiwanese tree species and riparian hanging plants to present a unique waterway space and a new Green River shaded walkway.
A bridge reminiscent of the Japanese colonial era, the Sakura Bridge, reappears before visitors. (Photo provided by Cherie)
The Sakura Bridge, built during the Japanese colonial period, has been restored after the river revitalization project and is now once again on display for visitors to admire its historical traces up close.
The Miyahara Eye Clinic is constructed from retro red bricks and tiles. (Photo provided by Cherie)
2. Miyahara Eye Clinic
The Miyahara Eye Clinic, built by Japanese ophthalmologist Dr. Takekuma Miyahara, features retro red bricks and tiles and sells famous Sunrise Pineapple Cakes and ice cream, attracting visitors to stop by.
Hanging lanterns create a nostalgic atmosphere. (Photo provided by Cherie)
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