2024 Anping District Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in November)

Wenqing Old House B&B in Anping, Tainan 🏠 Treat it as your own home! !

#Tainan #安平包屋 #民宿 #老街 #100 ways to travel 🏠The privately owned "Second Home" B&B is hidden in the alleys of Anping, Tainan. It is an old house that has been carefully restored, retaining the charm of the ancient house while offering modern comfort. After opening the red door, you will find a courtyard paved with pebbles and a few outdoor seats, where you can calm down, have a cup of coffee, and feel the tranquility of the ancient house. 🏠Another charming thing about this B&B is its location. Take a quiet break from the bustle, and you can reach the lively Anping Old Street just around the corner. It's not far from Anping Market, where you can fully enjoy shopping and snacks. After eating and drinking, we returned to the B&B and found another peaceful atmosphere. 🏠Brother Allen, the owner of the B&B, is a major selling point of "Returning Back Home". He is kind and humorous, and knows Tainan's delicacies very well. During your stay, Brother Allen will enthusiastically recommend nearby delicacies, making you feel as warm as returning to your grandma's house. 🚗No. 21, Lane 13, Yunhe Road, Anping District, Tainan City

Tainan Anping - Delicious Lemon Tart in the Shape of a Conch: Cheng 10 Coffee

The Cheng 10 Coffee is located opposite the Anping District Prosecutor's Office and Court in the Xinyue Cheng Triumph community. Situated on the first floor of the building, the cafe boasts a high-ceilinged spacious interior with a black marble color scheme, exuding a stable and understated fashion with a light industrial style. The high ceiling is adorned with distinctive installation art, making it a beautiful coffee shop. Outside is the scorching summer, but inside the cafe, the air conditioning is cool and comfortable. I ordered the recommended iced yuanyang, a mix of iced coffee and milk tea, which is very refreshing for the summer heat. For dessert, I chose the signature Lemon Shell, which looks like a conch shell and is filled with lemon tart. It has a slightly sour and sweet taste that is very refreshing. The space inside the cafe is really comfortable, and the seating area is equipped with power outlets, which is considerate for laptop users. Since it's located in a residential building, most of the customers are residents, so there are fewer tourists and it's quieter. In addition to desserts, the cafe also offers simple savory dishes, all made to order by the manager alone, which is quite impressive. Cheng 10 Coffee Business Hours: 1100-1700 Address: No. 329, Section 3, Jiankang Road, Anping District, Tainan City

Caffe Bene is located at 1F Carrefour, Aping District, Tainan Taiwan. They serve drinks, pastries and noodles. They offer free wifi and sockets for you laptop. #afternoontea #byaheniinchet #foodie #mytripvlog

Tainan's Three Major Historical Sites

Anping Fort Anping Fort, originally named Fort Zeelandia, is one of Taiwan's oldest forts, built by the Dutch in 1624. This fort not only witnessed Taiwan's early trade prosperity but also served as the center of Dutch colonial rule. The initial design of the fort included a square inner city and a rectangular outer city, highlighting its strategic defensive importance. In 1661, after Koxinga expelled the Dutch, he renamed it Anping and made it the residence of the Zheng dynasty, hence it was also known as 'King's City' or 'Taiwan City.' Today, visitors can still see the well-preserved southern wall of the outer city intertwined with old banyan trees, narrating over 300 years of history. Anping Tree House Anping Tree House was originally a warehouse of Tait & Co. During the Japanese colonial period, it was used by the Japan Salt Company along with the Tait & Co. building. After World War II, the warehouse was briefly used by Taiwan Salt Company but was later abandoned, allowing banyan trees to grow freely inside and outside the building, eventually creating the unique 'tree in house, house in tree' landscape seen today. This symbiosis of nature and man-made structures has made Anping Tree House a popular spot for exploration and photography. In 2004, the site was redeveloped with overhead iron walkways and wooden paths, making it easier for visitors to explore this unique historical landscape. Eternal Golden Castle Eternal Golden Castle, also known as 'Anping Big Fort' or 'Erkunshen Fort,' is a Western-style fort built during the Qing Dynasty to defend against foreign invasions. Designed by a French engineer, it features a bastion-style square structure with protruding corners, a concave center, and a moat, showcasing advanced military design concepts. After its completion, Eternal Golden Castle played a significant role in the Sino-French War and the First Sino-Japanese War. During the Japanese colonial period, the fort fell into disrepair due to lack of maintenance. After several restorations, it has now become a famous tourist attraction in Tainan. Every spring, the surrounding yellow trumpet trees bloom, adding to the scenic beauty of the site. Reflections Anping Fort, Anping Tree House, and Eternal Golden Castle bear witness to Tainan's rich and colorful history. Visiting these places is not only an exploration of history but also a journey back in time. At Anping Fort, standing beside the weathered walls, one can almost feel the intense confrontations between the Dutch and the Zheng dynasty, along with the subsequent centuries of change and decline. The remaining red brick walls and the old banyan trees climbing over them silently tell ancient stories. The existence of Anping Tree House amazes visitors with the marvelous combination of nature and man-made structures. The abandoned warehouse intertwined with the roots of banyan trees creates a unique landscape. It is both a natural wonder and a historical witness, evoking a sense of the power of time and the resilience of life. Eternal Golden Castle showcases the military wisdom of the late Qing Dynasty and the fusion of Chinese and Western technologies. This sturdy fort played a crucial role in wars, but as time passed, its military value diminished, and it has now become an important site for understanding history and appreciating architectural aesthetics. Walking through the area during the blooming season of the yellow trumpet trees, one can truly appreciate the harmonious beauty of history and nature. Overall, these three historical sites not only reflect Tainan's profound historical heritage but also demonstrate the city's commitment to cultural preservation. Tainan's historical buildings and cultural atmosphere are undoubtedly treasures not to be missed by history and culture enthusiasts. Each visit brings new insights and emotions.

Tainan Restaurant Review: Crab Porridge at A-Mei Deep Sea Fresh Fish Soup

Address: No. 10, Yunhe Road, Anping District, Tainan City Atmosphere/Facilities: Simple decor restaurant Specialties: Crab porridge, seafood dishes Average Price: 200 TWD The signature dish is the crab porridge with a rich and delicious broth! The porridge base itself is not expensive, but the price of the freshly caught live crabs is weighed separately, depending on your choice. The store will quote the price first! Crabs are seasonal ingredients, ensuring stable quality! This time, the crab porridge we chose cost about 300 TWD! It was full of crab flavor and even had crab roe! One bowl is about enough for two people! Other seafood dishes and menu prices are considered fresh and affordable compared to the current prices in Tainan! Due to the pandemic, we opted for takeout and enjoyed it back at the hotel! Even though it was a bit cold from the takeout, it was still delicious!