This is generally an artist enclave which consist of studios, eateries and flea markets, mostly catering to youths.
Shen Ji New Village is a dorm com ... More
This is generally an artist enclave which consist of studios, eateries and flea markets, mostly catering to youths.
Shen Ji New Village is a dorm compound built by the Taiwan Provincial Government nearly half a century ago to accommodate employees of the auditing office. As the government restructured, the dorms were left unused for years.
With the government’s revitalization plans, the historic village is now transformed into a lively and innovative base for young entrepreneurs to start their businesses. With new dwellers, Shen Ji New Village thrives in cultural and creative industry and attracts visitors to the cluster of distinctive shops and studios. Moreover, creative marketplaces are held on weekends from time to time.
Through the village only takes up about 0.52 hectares, its enjoys a superb location nearby Park Lane by CMP, a commercial area rich in cultural and artistic vibes. Its history, new development and location are what make Shen Ji New Village one-of-a-kind.
In the early years, it was a military village, and because the households were all factory workers of the 44th Arsenal of Joint Logistics, it was name ... More
In the early years, it was a military village, and because the households were all factory workers of the 44th Arsenal of Joint Logistics, it was named Sisi South Village. With the social changes, the military village was demolished and transformed into a cultural and educational special zone, and some of the old townhouses were retained, allowing people to walk through the paths and reminisce about the past military village time.
Part of the buildings were converted into the Xinyi Citizens' Association, which serves as an open space for holding events and performances to show the ruins of the village; After "Good, Hill good cho's" entered Building C, it brought local commodity exhibitions, art and cultural performances, light food and drinks and other elements, and the Holiday Plaza also had a small farmer's market, handmade and second-hand themed Simple Market, which made people feel the rich and comfortable atmosphere of life, special venues and atmospheres, attracting many newcomers to take wedding dresses here.
- On second and fourth weekends of every month, a flea market called Simple Market is held.
- Directions -
Take the high-speed train or Taiwan Railway to Taipei Station - transfer to Taipei MRT to Taipei 101/World Trade Center, walk about 2 meters from Exit 300.