Tainan Prefectural Hall, Government building in West Central District, Taiwan
Tainan Prefectural Hall is a government building in West Central District featuring Neo-Baroque architecture with a V-shaped floor plan and circular guard towers. Its mansard roofs are adorned with dormer windows that give the structure its distinctive appearance.
The building was constructed between 1913 and 1916 during Japanese rule and served as an administrative center for southern Taiwan until 1945. Following the end of World War II, its role transformed into that of a historical monument.
The building displays European features such as Tuscan columns and French mansard roofs that reflect Japanese colonial rule. This blend of styles shapes the appearance of the area today and shows how outside influences became rooted in local architecture.
The building is located on Zhongzheng Road near the Confucius Temple Cultural Park and is easily accessible by public transportation. It can be easily combined on foot with other attractions in the area.
The building features specialized ventilation openings at its base and particular windows designed to fight humidity and prevent insect damage. These design solutions were necessary to protect the structure in Taiwan's damp climate.
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