Jingtong Old Street once prospered due to coal mining, serving as the terminus of the Pingxi Railway and a coal distribution center. With the decline of the mining industry, the old street has transformed into a tourist attraction themed around nostalgia and railway culture. Traditional buildings and old miners' dormitories are preserved along the street, along with specialty shops, cafes, and souvenir shops. Visitors can stroll along the old street, admire the railway scenery, take photos, and experience the early mining culture. Jingtong Old Street combines historical education with leisure tourism, making it a popular destination for experiencing mining history and the culture of this mountain town.
(Image Source:Department of Information and Tourism,Taipei City Government)