Old Tainan District Court, Former courthouse in West Central District, Taiwan.
The Old Tainan District Court is a judicial building in Taiwan featuring eight round windows on its facade and an asymmetrical entrance porch with gable elements. The structure displays construction methods that emerged during the early colonial period.
The building was constructed in 1914 during Japanese rule and served as a courthouse for many years. After partial collapse in 1969, it was later transformed into a museum to preserve its history.
The building blends Baroque forms with Japanese colonial design principles, showing how Taiwan's architecture evolved during this era. Visitors experience this architectural mix directly as they move through the rooms.
The museum sits near Tainan Station and displays exhibits about legal history through documents, photographs, and objects from different periods. Visitors should allow time to explore the spatial layout and collections at their own pace.
The building's restoration was completed in 2016, preserving original architectural features while adding modern museum spaces. This made it possible to offer educational and cultural programs within a protected heritage site.
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