Yongkang Street Area — Yongkang Street is the birthplace of Taipei's alleyway culture, with its development traceable back to the Japanese colonial era. At that time, the formation of the Liugong Canal irrigation system and surrounding official residences gradually attracted residents to the area.

Yongkang Street Area. Yongkang Street is the birthplace of Taipei's alleyway culture, with its development traceable back to the Japanese colonial era. At that time, the formation of the Liugong Canal irrigation system and surrounding official residences gradually attracted residents to the area. Yongkang Street is the birthplace of Taipei's alleyway culture, with its development traceable back to the Japanese colonial era. At that time, the formation of the Liugong Canal irrigation system and surrounding official residences gradually attracted residents to the area. After World War II, with road expansions and the planning of the Daan Forest Park site, coupled with the concentration of nearby school districts, universities, and cultural institutions, the Yongkang Street area shaped a "residential × cultural × culinary" urban living model. The area preserves many old house structures, some of which have been transformed into teahouses, bookstores, or cafes, presenting an atmosphere that combines historical traces with modern lifestyle. This historical background also laid the foundation for Yongkang Street's current humanistic depth. When strolling through the Yongkang Street area, besides enjoying the food, you can also carefully observe the old signs on street corners, retro street houses, or small parks dotted with greenery. The area around Yongkang Park is a popular spot for photography. The exteriors of shops surrounding the park, the interplay of light and shadow at alleyway corners, old house window frames, and plants are common subjects for photos. Travelers who enjoy creative lifestyle products can explore Lishui Street and parts of Jinhua Street to find small design shops and teahouses. Those who prefer a tranquil atmosphere will find the Kang-Qing-Long living circle more suitable for experiencing a calmer streetscape. The area has different facets from day to night, with the afternoon to early evening being the most ideal time for a stroll and culinary exploration. If you wish to extend your itinerary, you can start from Yongkang Street and continue onwards. Address: 臺北市大安區古亭永康街1 Hours: 00:00–23:59 Taipei