West Central District

West Central District is an administrative area in Tainan that combines residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and historical sites into a functioning urban center. The area spreads across multiple communities and includes both everyday buildings and important cultural institutions.

The district was created in 2004 by merging West District and Central District into one administrative unit. This change preserved the area's role as a historic center that had served as a regional capital for centuries.

The Confucian Temple and National Museum of Taiwan Literature shape the cultural identity and reflect the area's long-standing role as a center of learning and values. Walking through these spaces, visitors notice how local people connect with their heritage through daily presence and respect.

The district connects easily through highways and the local railway station, making it accessible for visitors exploring on foot or by public transport. Most historical sites and cultural venues are within walking distance or a short ride from the center.

The district holds more than 30 registered historical sites, including Fort Provintia and the Former Tainan Weather Observatory. These overlooked locations reveal layers from different occupations and how the city chose to preserve its complex past.

Location: Tainan

Inception: January 1, 2004

Elevation above the sea: 6 m

Shares border with: Annan District, North District, Eastern District, South District, Anping District

Website: https://web.tainan.gov.tw/tnwcdo_en

GPS coordinates: 22.99650,120.19400

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07