Old Tainan Magistrate Residence, Colonial government residence in East District, Taiwan
The Old Tainan Magistrate Residence is a two-story colonial building in the East District with British and Japanese architectural elements, topped by a prominent clock tower. The structure preserves its historical features and now functions as a cultural center with a café.
The building was built around 1900 during Japanese rule and first served as the home of Governor Imai Konichi. It was later converted into various administrative offices and now preserves this layered history.
The building shows how Eastern and Western styles mixed during Taiwan's colonial time, visible in its wooden details and structure. Visitors can see this blend in the design as they walk through the rooms.
The building can be visited during quieter hours when fewer people are around and there is more time to explore. The café and exhibition spaces are easily accessible, allowing you to move through the rooms at your own pace.
An underground air-raid shelter from the 1930s sits on the southeast side of the property and remains open to visitors. This quiet reminder shows how the building and its people experienced the war years.
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