Zhudong Central Market

At dawn, over 400 vendors in the market enthusiastically call out, creating a lively atmosphere. Zhudong Central Market, infused with rich Hakka flavors, stands as Hsinchu County's largest traditional Hakka market. It boasts a dazzling array of goods, including fresh produce, accessories, general merchandise, arts, crafts, and antiques. Its footprint encompasses the traditional retail market and the winding streets and alleys between Ren'ai Street and Qilin Road. As you navigate through the bustling market, the fragrant aromas of various traditional old-fashioned snacks fill the air. These include daily limited handmade Hakka delicacies such as Mi Tai Mu (rice noodles), Ban Tiao (flat rice noodles), crystal dumplings, vegetable buns, savory tangyuan (glutinous rice balls), glutinous rice, wormwood cake, and red yeast duck. This vibrant tapestry of sights and smells creates a lively scene, captivating even foreign tourists who travel from afar, enticing them to stop and savor the fresh local treats.