Postal Museum, Postal history museum in Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan
Description
The Postal Museum is a seven-story public building in Taipei that displays mail artifacts, stamp collections, and postal equipment across its exhibition halls. The floors are organized to show how mail services and their supporting systems developed over time.
History
The institution was established in 1966 to mark an important milestone in postal service history and later relocated to improve visitor access and display space. The move enabled the collection to reach more people and expand its exhibition areas.
Culture
The stamp displays and postal items reflect how communication shaped daily life and connected people across Taiwan over many decades. Visitors observe how mail services and the designs on stamps recorded social changes and local events.
Practical
The museum is conveniently located near public transportation, making it easy to reach by train or bus. Visitors should plan sufficient time to move between the multiple floors and explore the various exhibition areas at a comfortable pace.
Did you know?
One entire floor is designed specifically for children with interactive activities where young visitors learn how mail services work through hands-on experiences. This dedicated space makes postal history accessible and engaging for families with kids.
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