Zhongshan Hall, Multi-purpose hall in Zhongzheng District, Taiwan
Zhongshan Hall is a four-story steel and concrete structure with multiple auditoriums in Zhongzheng District, Taiwan. The construction protects against earthquakes, typhoons, and fires, while the rooms span roughly 10,500 square meters (113,000 square feet).
The hall was built in 1936 under architect Ide Kaoru as Taipei City Public Auditorium. The construction cost 980,000 yen at the time and served large public gatherings during Japanese administration.
The name honors the late statesman Sun Yat-sen, whose memory lives on through decorative details inside. Visitors today see events ranging from opera to cinema and concerts, showing the hall as a meeting point for different generations.
Visitors reach the site via Exit 5 of Ximen Station on the Taipei Metro. Underground parking for private vehicles is available beneath the building, making access easier in any weather.
A washing basin from the Japanese period still stands at the entrance, where visitors once cleaned their feet. This custom reflects the traditional courtesy of cleansing before entering public rooms.
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