Eternal Golden Castle, Coastal fortress in Anping District, Tainan, Taiwan.
Description
Eternal Golden Castle is a brick fortress in Anping, Tainan, with tall walls, corner bastions, and a moat surrounding a central training ground. The structure spans several hectares and displays features of Qing-era military architecture.
History
A French architect designed this military structure in 1874 as protection against possible invasions. The building used bricks from an earlier fortification and reflects the military strategy of that era.
Culture
The fortress shows how Chinese defensive strategies and late Qing design elements came together in its layout. Visitors can see this blend in the way the walls and bastions are arranged.
Practical
The fortress sits along the coast and is reachable by public transport, with several bus routes connecting to the site. Visitors should wear comfortable shoes since exploring the walls and bastions involves walking the grounds.
Did you know?
The fortress preserves a working cannon that performers in period uniforms demonstrate during historical shows. These regular performances give visitors a living sense of how the fortress once operated.
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