Paper Dome, Paper church building in Puli, Taiwan.
The Paper Dome is a church building made of curved paper tubes arranged in an oval shape, creating a transparent interior space. The structure consists of roughly sixty large tubes and provides space for worship services and events.
This building was originally constructed following Japan's 1995 earthquake to serve a Catholic community. It was later relocated to Taiwan and has stood there since 2006.
The space serves as a place of worship and community meeting point for residents and visitors alike. People gather here for religious services, events, and simply to connect with one another.
The building is open to visitors and functions as an active gathering place. Keep in mind that regular services take place, so plan your visit with some flexibility for worship times.
The building is made entirely from paper tubes typically used for shipping, which is an unusual application of this material. The Japanese architect designed this solution to show that sustainable and simple materials can serve as lasting structures.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
