Shifen Old Street (Sky Lanterns)

Shifen, in Pingxi District, New Taipei City, is one of the area’s earliest and largest settlements. The historic Pingxi Line, originally built for coal transport, winds along the Keelung River valley, linking Shifen with nearby old streets like Pingxi and Jingtong.

A unique feature of Shifen Old Street is its integration with the railway tracks, where visitors can stroll alongside the tracks and watch trains pass—a photogenic experience. The street is lively with eateries and sky lantern shops, where visitors can choose colorful lanterns, write wishes with a calligraphy brush, and release them with staff guidance. Watching the lanterns rise offers a memorable cultural experience.