Zhaixing Villa, Historic mansion in Tanzi District, Taiwan.
Zhaixing Villa is a large 19th-century residence in Tanzi District organized around a central courtyard with gardens and a decorative pond. Multiple buildings surround this inner space and demonstrate traditional construction methods of the period.
The residence was commissioned by General Lin Chi-chung and built between 1871 and 1879 during the Qing Dynasty. This construction period marked a peak of prosperity in the region at that time.
The residence reflects how prosperous families organized their daily lives, with distinct areas for different generations and household functions. The layout of rooms reveals the social customs and family structures of that era.
The residence has a coffee shop and souvenir store available for visitors to use while exploring. A short walk northwest from Tanzi Station makes it easy to reach.
The name Zhaixing literally means 'plucking stars', a poetic name that hints at the elevated location and status of the place. This choice reflects an appreciation for artistic expression that was common in prosperous households of that time.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
