Futai Street Mansion, Historical museum in Taipei, Taiwan
Description
The Futai Street Mansion is a 19th-century residence in Taipei that combines Eastern and European building traditions. Its structure displays wooden balconies, colored glass windows, and decorated doorframes that show the blend of both crafting styles.
History
Foreign merchants built this residence in late 19th-century Taipei as a family home. It later became a museum preserving objects from Taiwan's colonial era.
Culture
The mansion's name reflects its role as a residence for wealthy families in colonial times. Inside, traditional furnishings and personal objects show how inhabitants moved through the rooms and structured their daily lives.
Practical
The rooms are open to visitors on most days, so check the current schedule before planning your visit. Expert-led tours in various languages enrich your time here and help explain the details and stories behind the objects on display.
Did you know?
The walls display detailed carved wooden patterns and handcrafted details that document the skills of both Taiwanese and European artisans. These carvings are often easy to overlook, but taking time to observe the fine differences between the various techniques reveals impressive craftsmanship.
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