Railway Department of the Government-General of Taiwan
Railway Department of the Government-General of Taiwan, Railway ministry headquarters in Datong District, Taipei, Taiwan
The Railway Department building serves as a governmental institution managing train operations and infrastructure development throughout Taiwan's transportation network.
Established in 1943, the Railway Department supervised rail operations during Japanese rule and continued its functions after World War II through the Taiwan Railways Administration.
The department structure incorporates architectural elements reflecting Taiwan's rail development period, combining administrative functions with historical preservation requirements.
The building maintains regular office hours from Monday to Friday, providing administrative services and railway management operations for the national rail system.
The department stands as one of Taiwan's few remaining administrative buildings from the 1940s, continuing its original function in modern railway management.
Location: Taipei
Location: Datong District
Inception: November 8, 1899
GPS coordinates: 25.04861,121.51111
Latest update: May 23, 2025 08:03
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