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Shihlin Night Market

 

Shihlin Night Market is one of the largest night markets in Taipei City. The market is centered on Yangmin Theater and Tsicheng Temple.

The night market is formed by many prosperous shops on Wenlin Road, Datung Road and Danan Road, etc. Among them, Shihlin Market was built in 1899 and has become a renowned place for great foods. Many people come to Shihlin Night Market to enjoy the delicious snacks, such as large pancake enfolding small pancake, hot pot on stone or Shihlin sausage.

Because the night market is close to many schools, students are the main customer group. Goods are sold at cheaper prices as compared to regular stores. There are also special areas for furniture, clothing, photo shops or pet shops. The finery shops and cold dessert shops in "lover's lane" attract most student customers.

Shihlin Night Market covers a large area, but it is always packed with people during weekends and public holidays. Whole families are often seen carrying many things from shopping and enjoying good meals.

The Shihlin Night Market is located in Taipei City's Shihlin District. Visitors can take the Danshui Line of the Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) network and get off at Chientan Station.