Dadaocheng
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Dadaocheng (Chinese: 大稻埕; pinyin: dàdàochéng; Wade-Giles: ta-tao ch'eng; Taiwanese: Tōa-tiū-tiâⁿ; literally "big rice drying-field") is an area in Taipei Basin and a historic section of Taipei City. It was an important trading port in the 19th century and is still a major historical tourist attraction and shopping area.
When the export of tea became important in northern Taiwan in the mid-19th century, many businessmen came to Dadaocheng. The first store was Linyishun (林益順) in 1851. Two years later, many people moved from Bangka following a serious fight.
In the early 20th century, Dadaocheng was one of the most populous cities in Taiwan. In 1920, it became part of the newly-incorporated Taipei City.
The most famous street in Dadaocheng was named Dihua Street (迪化街; wg: Tihua) after World War II. There are many stores selling dried goods and snacks, especially before the Chinese New Year. Siahai Chenghuang Temple (霞海城隍廟) is also on Dihua Street. There is a festival to celebrate the birthday of Siahai Chenghuang (City God) on the 13th day of the 5th lunar month every year.
Tadaocheng is in Datong District.de:Da-Dao-Chen (Taipeh) zh:大稻埕
