Lai Family's Tomb Tower
Lai Family's Tomb Tower, Family tomb tower in Wenshan District, Taiwan
Description
Lai Family's Tomb Tower is a burial monument in the Wenshan District displaying elaborate spiral carvings and ornamental details across its exterior. The structure reflects careful traditional design in both its outer facades and interior spaces.
History
The tomb tower was built in 1940 and later officially recognized as a Historic Building of Taiwan by Taipei City Government. This designation ensures the structure remains protected as an important local landmark.
Culture
The tower brings the family together for ancestor veneration ceremonies that remain part of daily life in the neighborhood. It shows how families in this area value honoring those who came before them.
Practical
The monument sits in a quiet residential area and is accessible on foot near the local homes. You can locate it easily along Xinglong Road in the neighborhood.
Did you know?
The structure preserves building styles and symbols from the 1940s that are rarely seen in modern Taipei neighborhoods. This blend of local burial traditions and skilled craftsmanship makes it a rare example of that era's work.
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