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Brief Introduction
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Ershuei Station was previously called “Erpashuei Station” and was built in 1918. Later, as the Taiwan Railways took over the Jiji Branch, and the passenger and cargo transportation volume sharply increased that time, a simple and crude wooden storehouse was built for operations. In 1920, the station was renamed “Ershuei Station.” In 1933, as the Jiji Branch and the passenger and cargo transportation volume of North-South Railways increased, a station building was built of steel reinforced bar and cement. This construction was novel in the Central Taiwan that time and became something that the people of Ershuei were proud of. Since then, the station building was renovated and structures were added to the building, through the dedicated efforts of stationmasters. Through their efforts, Ersheui Station is well equipped with facilities.
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What you should know
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◆ First Station: Jiji Line The development and prosperity of Ershuei Village is closely related to trains. During the Japanese Occupation Era, there were three railways (North-South Railways, Jiji Railways, and Taiwan Sugar Railway.) No other village had three railways in one village. Therefore, the people from Ershuei have developed a passion for traditional trains. The Jiji Railway was constructed in 1930. In the early years, during the construction of Sun-Moon Lake power station, this railway line was used to carry construction materials. Later, the crops along the railway line was also carried by railways. However, as highway transportation is very convenient, the railways have already transformed into a train for sightseeing and recreational purposes. The Jiji Line branched out from the North-South Railway of this county, from Ershuei Station, along Yuancyuan, Jhuoshuei, Longcyuan, and Shueili, and the northern coast of Jhousheui River till Nantou. The whole trip covers a total distance of 29 km.
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◆ Second Station: Steam Engine Exhibition Hall On October 15 1985, Hsu Shuei-sen of Ershuei Village and the others filed an application to the Taiwan Railway Administration and the Taiwan Sugar Corporation for ordering the making of a locomotive engine for Wefenzai. This locomotive engine was preserved and displayed in Ershuei Village.
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◆ Third Station: Ersheui Station in Wufeitzu Sugar Railway The Wufantzu Ershuei Station is the back of Ershuei Station of Taiwan Railways. In the early years, sugar can raw materials were exported from Nantou County to the Sijhou Sugar Plant in Sijhou Village of Changhua County. The Ershuei Wufentzu Station was organized under Nantou Sugar Manufacturing Area. It was also an area essential for the North-South Railway. This station was all made of wood. That time, the scenery from the crossover bridge of the North-South Railway was the most spectacular. Due to the electrification of the North-South Railway, together with the floods, the sugar plant in Changhua County was relocated to its Taipei headquarters. This way, the railway has already lost its duty of carrying sugar cane. In line with the electrification of railways, the Taiwan Sugar Railway was torn down in 1971. To date, only the piers remained behind.
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◆ Fourth Station: Water and Coal-filling Station of Ershuei Mechanical Department As the Ershuei Station is at the intersection of the Cross-Island Railway and the Jiji Railway, it was used as a railway during the Japanese occupation era. As it became an important transportation hub, a train repairs site was built at the back end of the Ershuei Train Station, for the refilling of water and coal to trains. This was an important maintenance site for CK120-style steam engines. Despite the bombing during the Second World War, the water tower there still remains behind nowadays, so it has become a witness of the Second World War and the “Steam Engine Era” of Taiwan Railways.
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◆ Fifth Station: Ershuei Flyover The flyover was built to facilitate the passage of residents to and from the front station and the rear station. From the new flyover, you can see trains coming from all directions. Ershuie Township also provides a site for safely see the trains.
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what you should enjoy
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In the developmental history of Changhua Plains, irrigation facilitated the development of land. Jhuoshuei River is the best water source. In the beginning of the 18th century, Shih shi-ban developed the Pabo River, and led water from Ersheui to Jhuoshuei River to irrigate the Changhua Plains, thereby fully developing the Changhua Plains. Pabo River is the river that covers eight areas, including the 18 villages of Changhua County. Therefore, it can be said to be the largest river system in Taiwan during the beginning of the Ching Dynasty.
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Crossing the time and space to see the ancient house, to enjoy simple traditional food, for leisure and recreation If you take the Jiji Trains, stop at the small Yuancyuan Station. The”Cheng’s Ancient House” at Hesing Village of Ershuei Village has a history of over 200 years, covered with stretches of orchards at the back and a large fish pond at the front. There are over 130 rooms in this house, occupying an area of over 2000 pings. This has completely preserved the complete traditional architectural styles, and the wide range of antiques scattered around really amaze people. Longzaitou Shan at the southeast end of Baqua Mountain Ranges is the largest macaques protective area at the low sea level in this county. For those hiking lovers, go to the footpath of the Fengbodeng Temple, along the crest line of Baqua Mountain. If you are lucky, you may also see Taiwan macaques. It takes about 2 hours to walk to the Shoutien Temple along the 2 km-long footpath. This temple was built in the Ching Dynasty for the worship of Xuantian Shangdi.
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Collect Luosi stones from the Jhuoshuei River, wonder stones for you to pick; stone inkslabs Ershuei Village is surrounded by mountains and waters. The Jhuoshuei River flows over this region, bringing fertile soils and plentiful water, Luosi stones then come into being. The stone ink slab carved from Luoshi stones are famous locally and internationally. In addition to stone ink slabs, the wonder stones made from Luosi stones are also available in fine-grained rocks, water-carved stones, ita creen, etc., are the favorites of stone collectors.
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Cycling to Pabo River, along with trains; visiting leisure farms and enjoying fruits and the flavor of the past Pabo River of Changhua flows through the 14 villages and towns, enriching the growth of crops. Therefore, it is called the River of Mother for the Changhua Plains. In the 21st century, Pabo River mixes history, humanistics, leisure, and recreation, so it is suitable for taking a trip there during holidays. For those who love cycling, the bike lane of Changhua is definitely something that you should not forget. This bike lane is level with the Jiji Railway Line for about 2.5 km. It is a good idea to enjoy the fun of cycling along with trains.
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Retrospective view of Wufentzu trains; nostalgic passion for taking the Jiji trains ◆ The development and prosperity of Ershuei Village is closely related to trains. During the Japanese Occupation Era, there were three railways (North-South Railways, Jiji Railways, and Taiwan Sugar Railway.) No other village had three railways in one village. Therefore, the people from Ershuei have developed a passion for traditional trains.
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Accommodations
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Transportation
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◆ Highways >> County Road No. 141: From Linnei Village of Yunlin County, cross the Changyun Bridge on the Jhoushuei River, and go to the Tianjhong Town of Changhua County. >>County Road No. 137: Along the Baqua Mountain Range, this is the route from Hueimin Village to Changhua County. >>County Road No. 152: Cross this village, pass through the Sijhou Village of Changhua County and important locations of Nantou County.
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◆ Gas Station >> Chinese Petroleum Corporation Ershuei Station:No. 680, Section 2, Nantung Road, Ershuei Village, Changhua County Business Hours:AM07:00-PM10:00 >> Changyun Gas Station:No. 16, Section 1, Nantung Road, Ershuei Village, Changhua County Business Hours:AM06:00-PM10:00
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◆ Bike Lanes >> Cross-Village Bike Network of Ershuei Village
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◆ Bike Rental Locations: >> Ershuei bike rental shop:04-8792027or 0937-752207‧Mr. Lai >> Lienheguo Leisure Farm:0935-383688、(04)8790978‧Mr. Chen >> Taciouyuan Leisure Farm:0931-161769、(04)8792929‧Mr. Liu >> Erpashuei Literature and History Workshop:0928-960569‧Mr. Chang ‧ You can also follow the information below.
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Please use the website of Ministry of Transportation and Communication ( MOTC ) to get more and complete visiting information.
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