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Hengchun Old Town

Southwest of Hengchun Island, Pingtung, Taiwan
Ranked #7 of 12 attractions in Pingtung
4.0 of 5 stars 6 Reviews
Type: Ancient Ruins
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Sapporo, Japan
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36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 January 2012

Hengchun is popular because of its old city wall, parts of which are still standing. It's not that impressive. It's a dusty, ugly workaday town with very little to offer, save for supermarkets and noodle shops.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2011
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Popularized by the famous movie Cape #7, the often overlooked Hengchun Old Town is every bit as genuine and charming as in the film. Restoration efforts have transformed this tiny little enclave into a world class travel destination. Featuring Taiwan's oldest town gates, Hengchun still have all 4 of the gates intact. The East Gate is still operational and there... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 January 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 November 2011
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2009
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