Dongshih Hakka Cultural Park Explained

Dongshih Hakka Cultural Park
Native Name:	東勢客家文化園區
Native Name Lang:	zh
Building Type:	cultural center
Location:	Dongshi, Taichung, Taiwan
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The Dongshih Hakka Cultural Park is a Hakka cultural center in Dongshi District, Taichung, Taiwan.

History

The idea of the establishment of the center was originated from Dongshih Jhuang Cultural Association. The building was renovated from the waiting area of the former Dongshih train station, constructed during the Japanese rule to connect Dongshi with sugarcane trading areas.^[1] The platform and old facilities of the train station were removed during the renovation but the passengers waiting benches were kept.^[2]

Architecture

The building was constructed with Hakka architectural style.^{[3] [4]}

Exhibitions

The center displays cultural heritage and arts exhibition of Hakka culture.^{[1] [2]}

See also

• List of tourist attractions in Taiwan

Notes and References

1. Web site: 13 August 2021. Dongshi Hakka Cultural Park. Taichung Tourism and Travel Bureau. 20 October 2021.
2. Web site: Dongshi Hakka Cultural Park. Taiwan Medical Travel. 31 October 2021.
3. Web site: 13 May 2019. Dongshi Hakka Cultural Park. Hakka Affairs Council. 20 October 2021.
4. Web site: Dongshi Hakka Cultural Park. Dong Shih Farmers Association. 31 October 2021.