Xiang Ren He Bell and Drum Factory — The development of Xinzhuang began with the river port and shipping of the Tamsui River. Convenient transportation brought prosperity to the city, and Xinzhuang was the fastest developing area in northern Taiwan in the early days.

Xiang Ren He Bell and Drum Factory. The development of Xinzhuang began with the river port and shipping of the Tamsui River. Convenient transportation brought prosperity to the city, and Xinzhuang was the fastest developing area in northern Taiwan in the early days. The development of Xinzhuang began with the river port and shipping of the Tamsui River. Convenient transportation brought prosperity to the city, and Xinzhuang was the fastest developing area in northern Taiwan in the early days. During the Japanese colonial period, Xinzhuang continued to prosper, with various folk entertainment activities becoming increasingly active. "Pudding opera nests," "opera dens," and "opera house alleys" were seen everywhere on the streets, symbolizing the flourishing of various opera troupes and temple fair performances. An indispensable prop in these activities was the drum, which could liven up the atmosphere. From then on, the drum-making industry in Xinzhuang also flourished. The most well-known drum factory among them is "Xiang Ren He Bell and Drum Factory," founded by Master A-Tu, whose real name was Wang Gui-Zhi. His eldest son, Master Wang Xi-Kun, inherited his father's business and elevated the drum-making craftsmanship to a higher level. Address: 新北市新莊區中正路171號 Hours: 00:00–23:59 New Taipei