When you step into Nanzhuang, an international city known for its slow living, the hectic pace of everyday life simply fades away. Unlike other popular old street destinations, Nanzhuang still retains its local residents, traditional grocery stores, and street houses with organic charm, showcasing the uniqueness of Taiwan and offering travelers a chance to experience a leisurely atmosphere. Almost a century ago, this mountainous town was vibrant due to bustling mining activities. The buildings and streets from that era have now become nostalgic travel hotspots. The century-old post office (Nanzhuang Cultural Hall), Nanzhuang Theater, and Yongchang Temple bear witness to the town's rich history.

Osmanthus Alley, a beloved destination among locals and tourists alike, is renowned as the town's most famous shopping street. It offers a wide variety of pastries and beverages made from Nanzhuang's representative plant, the osmanthus. As you stroll through this narrow alley and reach Shisanjian Old Street, which used to be home to various specialty stores during the mining era, you can indulge in a diverse range of Hakka and indigenous cuisines. The firefly-watching event in April and the Nanzhuang Flower Festival in May are well-known tourism attractions. Additionally, there are many natural ecological routes around the town, such as the Penglai Creek Fish Watching Trail, providing even more reasons to spend extra time in Nanzhuang.