Taichung Park
Central Taiwan Region
Taichung Park, located in the North District of Taichung, Taiwan, is the city's oldest park and a significant cultural landmark. Established in 1903 during Japanese rule, it was originally named Nakanoshima Park and later also known as Chungshan Park. The park covers a large area and features an artificial lake with two historic pavilions commemorating the 1908 Crossway Railway establishment. It contains various historic structures such as the Lakeside Pavilion (Huxin Pavilion), the Moon Viewing Pavilion (Wangyue Pavilion), and the unique Chinese-style Geng Lou gatehouse. The park's design blends Western and Japanese garden styles, with ponds, lanterns, waterfalls, and stone arrangements. Over the decades, it has been a center for important historical events and now hosts celebrations like the Lantern Festival. Facilities include kayaking, tennis courts, a playground, and outdoor performance spaces, making it a vibrant urban green space with deep historical roots and cultural significance.
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Astuce: The best time to visit Taichung Park is during the Lantern Festival when the park is beautifully illuminated and lively with cultural activities. Visitors are advised to check the opening hours and consider purchasing tickets or passes in advance if available. The park offers free or discounted entry for certain groups such as seniors and students. Facilities like kayak rentals and tennis courts require prior reservation during peak times. Early mornings and weekdays are less crowded for a more peaceful experience.
Faits intéressants
- •The Lakeside Pavilion (Huxin Pavilion) in the park is a city-designated historical monument and inspired the emblem of the Taichung City Government.
- •The park's artificial lake covers an area of approximately 13,530 square meters and supports recreational kayaking.
- •Taichung Park houses the only surviving traditional Chinese-style gatehouse (Geng Lou) in Taiwan.
- •The park was the site of Taiwan's first triangulation point established in 1898 for land surveying.
- •Several historic monuments in the park commemorate Taiwan's colonial and post-colonial history, including statues of notable figures and war memorials.
- •The park has hosted the annual Lantern Festival, attracting visitors with its vibrant cultural displays.
Histoire
Taichung Park was constructed in 1903 during the Japanese colonial period, initially called Nakanoshima Park.
It was designed as part of an urban planning initiative to modernize Taichung city.
Key historical milestones include the installation of commemorative pavilions in 1908 for the Crossway Railway, the relocation and preservation of historic gates and monuments from the Qing dynasty, and the park's renaming to Chungshan Park after World War II.
In 1999, the park was officially designated a city historical site.
Over time, it has undergone several renovations and expansions, reflecting Taichung's evolving urban and cultural landscape.
Guide du lieu
Lakeside Pavilion (Huxin Pavilion)1908
A twin-peaked pavilion located in the middle of the park's artificial lake, supported by concrete pillars underwater and featuring wooden upper structures and cast iron railings. It serves as a symbolic landmark of Taichung and inspired the city's government emblem.
Moon Viewing Pavilion (Wangyue Pavilion)1889 (relocated 1903)
Originally part of the Taichung city gate (Kanfu Gate) built during the Qing dynasty, the pavilion was relocated to the park in 1903. It was renovated and renamed in 1948, now recognized as a historical building. It features a plaque inscribed in 1891 by a Qing official, the oldest commemorative artifact in the park.
Geng Lou Gatehouse1889 (reconstructed 1983)
A traditional Chinese-style gatehouse originally part of the Wu family mansion, relocated and reconstructed in the park in 1983. It is one of the few surviving examples of such architecture in Taiwan.
Broadcasting Tower (Fangsongtou)1935
Built in 1935 as a radio broadcasting tower for the Taichung Broadcasting Station, it is one of only two such surviving structures in Taiwan. It was used until the 1960s and is now a registered historical building.
Victory Monument1902 (renamed post-1947)
Originally a memorial for Japanese soldiers who died in Taiwan, it was renamed after World War II to commemorate victory. It stands on a base that once served as a resting altar for officials' coffins during the Qing dynasty.
Contact
Téléphone: 04 2228 9111