Established over 120 years ago, the East Market is the oldest of its kind in Chiayi. With the abundant agricultural and seafood products of the Chiayi plains, the East Market has been Chiayi’s distribution center since ancient times. As an inseparable part of the city’s daily life, major events, including the annual ghost festival, occur at the City God temple. With its fascinating vitality and charm, any visitor can glimpse southwestern Taiwan life by visiting this market.