Qiangou, also known as drag net, is the earliest fishing gear invented by our ancestors and one of the ancient fishing methods in Taiwan. Nowadays, it is held in various parts of Taiwan to show the spirit of teamwork. 
Fishing method: When the fish are most densely approaching the shore, a sampan will cast a drag net into the sea, and the two ends of the drag net are fixed to the shore. After the fish are surrounded, dozens of people on the shore will work together to pull the fishing net ashore. 
In the early days, whenever the fishing season came, coastal residents assigned people to guard the seashore around the clock. When they found a school of fish, the residents immediately went out to sea on bamboo rafts or sampans, and cast nets along the coast in a large circle to encircle the school of fish, and put all the offshore fish into the net. The people who stayed on the shore tied a short rope around their waists. After the sampan drove the fish into the net, the people on the shore pulled the rope together to pull the fishing net to the shore, and everyone who participated could share some of the catch. 
Symbol: The spirit of mutual assistance and full cooperation, used to show the struggle of Taiwan's ancestors to fight against nature in the migration of reclamation. The fishermen's great help and sharing of the catch under unity and cooperation is exactly what the saying "leaning on the rope to share the fish" means. It even has a philosophy of peaceful coexistence and strong human feelings, and the humanistic color is higher than economic considerations. It is rare to see fishing activities in Taiwan today. 

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Near Xinpu Minsheng Metro Station|Banqiao Train Station, New Taipei City

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Jiufen Old Street

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Jiufen Old Street is in Ruifang District, Xinbei City. In the northeast of Taipei, it takes 1.5 hours to take a bus from downtown Taipei. Jiufen is a mini mountain city surrounded by mountains and seas. Except for mountains and seas, the other is no different from the old streets of the ancient town. There are shops on both sides of the street, selling milk tea drinks, tea cakes, fish production, coffee shops, homestays, and grocery stores. Dried bean buns and red meat rounds are very good. Amei Tea House is a landmark, crossing the old street with Jianqi Road. There are many tourists and no tickets.

Shifen Old Street

Historic buildings

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Shifen Old Street is located in Pingxi District, New Taipei City. It stretches along the railway, with shops selling sky lanterns and snacks on both sides. Come here on a rainy day, the stone road is shining with rain, and the air is filled with the smell of damp grass and trees, which makes it feel hazy and poetic. When releasing sky lanterns, the store will let you write your wishes indoors first, even if it rains. After the train passes, everyone walks to the railway tracks with umbrellas. The sky lanterns are lit in the rain, and the flames reflect the warm yellow of the paper lanterns. The rain slides down the lampshade, like a layer of transparent gauze. Watching the sky lanterns slowly rise, flickering in the rain and fog and drifting towards the mountainside, it feels like the wishes have become gentle.

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Tamsui Old Street

Along the way of Tamsui Old Street, you can see the scenery of Tamsui River. There are old houses on both sides of the old street, and the red brick walls and arcades are quite impressive, suitable for a leisurely stroll. There are many snacks here, and there are many attractions nearby. Fort Sanmao is about 15 minutes&#39; walk away, and the buildings are very historical. In the evening, you can go to the Tamsui River to watch the sunset. The fishing boats and the sunset are beautiful together. You can arrange half a day to stroll here.

Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf

Tamsui Fisherman&#39;s Wharf
Tamsui Fisherman&#39;s Wharf is located in Tamsui District, New Taipei City. It was originally a fishing port, but now it has become a tourist wharf. The wooden boardwalk and the White Lover&#39;s Bridge are iconic attractions. There are bicycle paths around to ride to the mangroves, or you can go to Tamsui Old Street to eat A Ge and fish ball soup. The chewiness of the grandma&#39;s iron egg is very special. There are more people on weekends, but you can find a quiet corner by walking deeper along the wooden boardwalk. There are also snacks and drinks at the Embankment Cafe and Fisherman&#39;s Square on the pier, which is suitable for sitting down and enjoying the breeze.

Yinyang Sea

Beaches and shores

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&quot;The area around the Onmyohai Sea that is beautiful both day and night&quot;

The Yin Yang Sea is named after the sulfur flowing into the sea along the stream, causing different colors of the sea water. However, in addition to the sea water, the Yin Yang Sea looks towards the mountains. You can see the beautiful thirteen-story ruins and moored ships, which are all worth paying attention to. ~

Time:	May 17–Jul 19, 2025 (UTC+8) ENDED
Location:	Wanli Xialiao Beach, Wanli District, New Taipei City, Taiwan

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