West Market, Historic marketplace in Qiancao Village, Taiwan
The L-shaped concrete building houses numerous fabric shops and food stalls across its multiple floors, maintaining its original 1912 architectural features.
The market, constructed in 1912 after a typhoon destroyed its wooden predecessor, served as southern Taiwan's largest public trading center during Japanese rule.
Local vendors maintain traditional practices by displaying textiles, fresh produce, and regional specialties within the preserved market structure from the early 20th century.
The market operates 24 hours daily at the intersection of Ximen Road, Zhongzheng Road, Zhengxing Street, and Guohua Street in central Tainan.
The market's second floor previously contained an upscale Western restaurant, with vintage signs displaying six-digit phone numbers still visible inside.
Location: Qiancao Village
GPS coordinates: 22.99352,120.19811
Latest update: May 20, 2025 11:00
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