South Gate of Taipei City, Historical city gate in Zhongzheng District, Taiwan.
Description
The South Gate of Taipei City is a red brick structure with carved stone ornaments and decorative figures adorning its front. The gate sits at the intersection of Gongyuan Road and Aiguo West Road in the city center.
History
This gate was built between 1879 and 1884 during the Qing Dynasty as part of a wall system protecting Taipei. While the surrounding city walls were torn down during Japanese rule, this gate survived and was later restored.
Culture
The gate's name reflects its position on the southern side of the city and remains a reference point for locals today. Visitors can observe the red brick structure and stone details that still convey stories from earlier periods.
Practical
The gate is easy to reach and lies within walking distance of Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall MRT Station, making access straightforward. Visitors can approach the site freely without special entry requirements.
Did you know?
While other defensive structures of the city have long disappeared, this gate stands today as a quiet witness to a past protective function. Its survival makes it a rare remaining fragment from the Qing period in the middle of the modern city.
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