Taiwan Garrison Command Military Law Division Military Detention Center Ankang Branch
Taiwan Garrison Command Military Law Division Military Detention Center Ankang Branch, Former military detention center in New Taipei City, Taiwan
Ankang Branch is a former military detention facility in New Taipei that comprises multiple buildings, guard towers, and underground passages linked by covered corridors throughout the compound. The layout reflects how the facility was organized to control and confine inmates.
Operated by the Taiwan Garrison Command starting in 1973, the facility detained individuals accused of political opposition during the era of martial law in Taiwan. The center remained active until 1987, when the period of military rule came to an end.
The site now serves as a memorial where visitors encounter the spaces where political prisoners once lived, helping them understand this era's impact on Taiwanese society.
The site is accessible through guided tours arranged by the Ministry of Culture, which explain the historical context of different areas within the complex. Visitors should allow adequate time to explore both the above-ground buildings and underground sections, as they help convey the full scope of the facility.
The prison cells and interrogation rooms retain their original fixtures and equipment, allowing visitors to see exactly how detainees lived and were questioned. These authentic details make the experience of those held here feel immediate and personal.
GPS coordinates: 24.95064,121.49127
Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:10
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