Formerly Checheng Elementary School, the place was abolished in 2015 due to the country’s low fertility rate. As the existing visitor center is rather small, upon discussions, the Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area Administration and community groups decided to revitalize the elementary school buildings. The result is the Railway Tourist Classroom and the New Checheng Visitor Center. More services are available now, and the school’s big playground is used as a parking space for tourist buses.