Yizhong Shopping District (一中商圈) is regarded as the most popular shopping area in Taichung. Located next to Chungyo Department Store and National Taichung University of Science and Technology, the entire shopping area has become one of the most popular locations for locals to shop and eat. At night many food and merchandise stalls open up and it becomes a de facto night market. Many of the stores sell similar merchandise, so prices here are much cheaper in comparison with other areas.