Taiwan Railways Kuang-Hua Express "Huang Pizi" Returns to Taitung to Welcome Old Station Area Upgrade
The Taitung County Government welcomed the restored Taiwan Railways Kuang-Hua Express "Huang Pizi" train back to the Taitung Old Station area, with County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling hosting a welcoming ceremony. This train is a symbol of Taiwan's railway culture and is part of the old station area's upgrade project.
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(Central News Agency reporter Lu Tai-cheng, Taitung County, 30th) After its retirement, a carriage of the Taiwan Railways Kuang-Hua Express "Huang Pizi" train was preserved at the Taitung Old Station. It was sent for repair last year, and in conjunction with the soon-to-be-completed renovation of the old station area, it recently returned to the Taitung Old Station. Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling invited children to a welcoming ceremony today.
The historically significant Kuang-Hua Express carriage officially returned to the Taitung Old Station area today after restoration. The Taitung County Government, with "The Train Comes Home" as its theme, invited kindergarten children to participate in the welcome, recreating past scenes through warm interactions, allowing this train, which carries collective memories, to once again drive into the hearts of county residents.
Rao Ching-ling stated in her speech that the Kuang-Hua Express first departed on the East Line on November 1, 1968. Its exterior was white on top and yellow on the bottom, earning it the nickname "Huang Pizi" (Yellow Skin). At that time, there were also "Kuang-Hua Express ladies." The Kuang-Hua Express is not only an important symbol of Taiwan's railway culture but also a childhood memory for many Taitung residents. After its retirement, Taiwan Railways preserved a carriage at the Taitung Old Station area.
Rao Ching-ling mentioned that in the past, due to its long-term outdoor placement, the Kuang-Hua Express carriage gradually showed signs of aging, paint peeling, and rust. The county government specifically promoted a restoration project. The body's paint scheme was professionally verified and confirmed by the National Railway Museum Preparatory Office, adopting the historical colors of the DR2050 type Kuang-Hua Express diesel passenger car trailer, striving for faithful restoration in every detail. Through professional renovation and meticulous repair, it has regained its former glory, allowing memories to be truly presented.
Rao Ching-ling stated that the first phase of the old station landscape upgrade project was completed in July last year, and the Tiehua Road paving project will be completed in early May. The second phase of the project, including system signage, railway market, and trails, is expected to be completed before the summer vacation.
The Taitung County Government Administration Department stated that the old station area has a history of over a hundred years and is one of Taitung's important cultural assets and urban development axes. In recent years, through spatial integration, landscape optimization, and cultural curation, it has gradually created a public space that combines historical texture with contemporary vitality. The restoration and return of the Kuang-Hua Express not only symbolizes an important achievement in cultural preservation but also injects new highlights into the old station area, further enhancing its overall tourism and cultural value. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150430
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(Central News Agency reporter Lu Tai-cheng, Taitung County, 30th) After its retirement, a carriage of the Taiwan Railways Kuang-Hua Express "Huang Pizi" train was preserved at the Taitung Old Station. It was sent for repair last year, and in conjunction with the soon-to-be-completed renovation of the old station area, it recently returned to the Taitung Old Station. Taitung County Magistrate Rao Ching-ling invited children to a welcoming ceremony today.
The historically significant Kuang-Hua Express carriage officially returned to the Taitung Old Station area today after restoration. The Taitung County Government, with "The Train Comes Home" as its theme, invited kindergarten children to participate in the welcome, recreating past scenes through warm interactions, allowing this train, which carries collective memories, to once again drive into the hearts of county residents.
Rao Ching-ling stated in her speech that the Kuang-Hua Express first departed on the East Line on November 1, 1968. Its exterior was white on top and yellow on the bottom, earning it the nickname "Huang Pizi" (Yellow Skin). At that time, there were also "Kuang-Hua Express ladies." The Kuang-Hua Express is not only an important symbol of Taiwan's railway culture but also a childhood memory for many Taitung residents. After its retirement, Taiwan Railways preserved a carriage at the Taitung Old Station area.
Rao Ching-ling mentioned that in the past, due to its long-term outdoor placement, the Kuang-Hua Express carriage gradually showed signs of aging, paint peeling, and rust. The county government specifically promoted a restoration project. The body's paint scheme was professionally verified and confirmed by the National Railway Museum Preparatory Office, adopting the historical colors of the DR2050 type Kuang-Hua Express diesel passenger car trailer, striving for faithful restoration in every detail. Through professional renovation and meticulous repair, it has regained its former glory, allowing memories to be truly presented.
Rao Ching-ling stated that the first phase of the old station landscape upgrade project was completed in July last year, and the Tiehua Road paving project will be completed in early May. The second phase of the project, including system signage, railway market, and trails, is expected to be completed before the summer vacation.
The Taitung County Government Administration Department stated that the old station area has a history of over a hundred years and is one of Taitung's important cultural assets and urban development axes. In recent years, through spatial integration, landscape optimization, and cultural curation, it has gradually created a public space that combines historical texture with contemporary vitality. The restoration and return of the Kuang-Hua Express not only symbolizes an important achievement in cultural preservation but also injects new highlights into the old station area, further enhancing its overall tourism and cultural value. (Editor: Chang Ya-ching) 1150430
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