Hongmao Castle (Fort San Domingo)
ç´ æ¯å, lit: Red Hair Castle was constructed by the Dutch as 'Fort Anthonio' in 1641, and gained its present name in reference to the red-haired Dutch. The compound also served as the British Consulate in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It enjoys commanding views over the mouth of the Tamsui Danshui River. Address: 1, Lane 28 Zhongzheng Road, Danshui. MRT to Danshui Station Danshui line, shuttle bus red 26 to castle. Tel:2623 1001.Tamsui Old Street and waterfront
æ·¡æ°´èè¡: Located along the Tamsui Danshui River, this pedestrian shopping area offers tourists a wide selection of restaurants, arcades, and stores specializing in traditional handicrafts. Visitors can sample Tamsui's local specialties: A-Gei crystal noodles stuffed in fried bean curd, served with a mild hot sauce, fish ball soup, and "iron eggs" eggs which have been stewed in a mix of herbs and spices until pickled. The area is located right outside the north side of the MRT Danshui Station and stretches north to the ferry docks. Do try the food vendors which are located up and down the strip.The Tamsui Ferry Pier are located near the north end of the waterfront area and offer ferries across the river to Bali Township, as well as Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf further north. Tickets run around NT$50 to Bali, and NT$100 to Fisherman's Wharf. When taking the ferry don't stand outside unless you enjoy getting wet! Closed in the event of bad weather.
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
æ·¡æ°´æ¼äººç¢¼é is located further downstream from the town itself and offers a boardwalk, chic coffee shops and food windows, and some seafood restaurants with prices that the average local would consider outrageous but may seem reasonable to visitors from Western countries. Fisherman's Wharf is also a departure point for tourist boats traveling along Taiwan's scenic northeast coast. The "Lover's Bridge", a single slanted tower cable stay pedestrian bridge, that is modeled after a sailing ship's mast and rigging, spans the harbor. The bridge's illumination changes color at night, making this area a favorite with local couples and romantics, and is also a popular site for shooting Taiwanese drama serials. Outdoor concerts are sometimes held in the amphitheater, and some of the restaurants feature live music at times.