Former official residences of the Minister of Taiwan Railways Administration, Historic mansion in Datong District, Taipei, Taiwan.
These preserved residential buildings showcase traditional late 19th-century Taiwanese architecture with spacious courtyards, wooden lattice windows, and decorative eaves that reflect the construction techniques of their era.
Constructed around 1885 during the late Qing Dynasty, these residences housed high-ranking railway officials and witnessed Taiwan's administrative evolution through Japanese colonial rule and subsequent governmental transitions.
Designated as Historic Sites at the Municipality Level, these buildings represent Taiwan's commitment to preserving architectural heritage that demonstrates the fusion of traditional design with colonial-era governmental functions.
Located in Taipei's Datong District, the site offers guided tours and educational displays accessible via public transportation, providing visitors with detailed information about Taiwan's railway administrative history.
The residences uniquely served as both private homes and informal meeting venues for crucial railway expansion decisions, making them rare examples of dual-purpose governmental architecture in Taiwan.
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