Ershawan Battery, Military fortification in Zhongzheng District, Taiwan
The brick fortification stands on a strategic position overlooking the sea, featuring preserved military structures and defensive walls from the 19th century.
Built in 1840 by Qing officer Yao Ying, the battery played a role during the Sino-French War and served as a command post for governor Liu Ming-chuan.
The battery exemplifies traditional Chinese military architecture and defense strategies, reflecting the technological capabilities of the Qing Dynasty period.
Visitors can reach the battery by taking a bus from Keelung Station to Zhongzheng District and following the marked path to the entrance.
The French military renamed the captured fortification to Fort La Galissonnière in 1884, establishing a cemetery for 500 soldiers near the site.
Location: Zhongzheng District
Inception: 1840
Made from material: brick
GPS coordinates: 25.13750,121.75700
Latest update: May 12, 2025 22:15
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