Tainan Historic Site Tour: A Perfect Blend of Culture and Cuisine

#2024TravelReview 🚩Visiting the Confucius Temple: the encounter between the scent of books and history When you enter the Confucius Temple in Tainan, you are greeted by a strong scent of books and a historical atmosphere. This building, built during the Ming Zheng period, is the first Confucius Temple in Taiwan and the starting point of Confucian education. Walking in the Confucius Temple, the quaint buildings with red bricks and gray tiles make people feel as if they are traveling through time and space. The main hall, Dacheng Hall, is tall and majestic, and is surrounded by elegant gardens, which makes people slow down and appreciate it carefully. There are also exhibitions in the Confucius Temple that present the evolution and significance of Confucianism, allowing visitors to gain knowledge while appreciating the ancient monuments. This is not only a tourist attraction, but also a cultural paradise where one can calm the soul. 🎉Chihkan Tower: A historical witness of multiculturalism Starting from the Confucius Temple, we arrived at Chihkan Tower in just a few minutes. This is one of Tainan's most representative historical sites. It combines the architectural features of the Dutch colonial period and the Ming Zheng period, and witnesses the integration of diverse cultures. The nine stone tablets in Chihkan Tower attract many tourists to stop and take pictures. They are engraved with historical records and witness hundreds of years of wind and rain. Climbing to the second floor of Chihkan Tower, the view suddenly opens up and you can take in the entire classical and modern scenery of Tainan City. The Chihkan Tower is even more beautiful when it is lit up at night, making people linger. 👍Wan Kueh: The infinite charm of common people's food After touring the historic sites, of course, a delicious meal is a must! Tainan’s rice cake is a local snack that you cannot miss. I chose an old shop in an alley and ordered a bowl of hot rice cake. The rice cake steamed with rice milk is smooth and chewy, drizzled with salty and sweet sauce and sprinkled with fried garlic to enhance the flavor. It is a feast for the taste buds every time you take a bite. Wan Kueh is not only a delicacy, but also contains the food memories and emotions of Tainan people. This kind of popular delicacy is both affordable and memorable. 📍Conclusion: Double satisfaction of culture and taste buds This tour of Tainan’s historic sites not only allowed me to get a glimpse of history, but also allowed me to experience the profound local culture through rice cakes. From the Confucian atmosphere of the Confucius Temple to the diverse culture of Chihkan Tower to the simple and delicious rice cake, Tainan's charm is irresistible. If you have the opportunity, you might as well come here in person to experience the fusion of ancient and modern times and the human touch of this city! 🟢Transportation strategy: It is recommended to take the bus between Tainan City 🔵Must-see attractions: Confucius Temple, Chihkan Tower 🟡Recommended hotel: Shangri-La Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Tainan 🟠Must-eat food: rice cake, eel pasta 🔴Shopping Guide: Zheng Chenggong co-branded products #historical and cultural tour #various historical sites #must go in Tainan #rich snacks #enriching knowledge itinerary #perfect experience #worth recommending