Taipei Guest House, Historic government building in Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan
Description
The Taipei Guest House is a two-story building on Ketagalan Boulevard with a Mansard roof and Roman columns along its facade. The interior spaces extend across reception halls with crystal chandeliers and gilded stucco work beside adjoining gardens in Japanese style.
History
The building was constructed in 1901 as the residence for the Japanese Governor-General and remained in that function throughout the colonial period until 1945. After the war, the new government took over the property and gradually transformed it into an official venue for diplomatic occasions.
Culture
The name reflects its modern role as a venue for receiving state guests, with ceremonies held in grand rooms featuring handcrafted details throughout. The gardens follow Japanese design principles and invite quiet walks among ponds and carefully pruned trees.
Practical
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs organizes public visits on selected dates announced through the official website. Tours move through several interior rooms and garden areas, with appropriate dress and respectful behavior expected throughout.
Did you know?
In 1952, the peace treaty between Taiwan and Japan was signed here, resetting official relations after World War II. The ceremony took place in one of the grand reception rooms and marked a turning point in the diplomatic history of both sides.
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