Tangbu Cultural Park Explained

Tangbu Cultural Park
Native Name:糖廍文化園區
Native Name Lang:zh
Former Names:Taipei Sugar Refinery
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Location:Wanhua, Taipei, Taiwan
Coordinates:25.0333°N 121.4953°W
Type:cultural center
Surface:1 hectare

The Tangbu Cultural Park is a cultural center in Wanhua District, Taipei, Taiwan, transformed from a former sugar refinery.

History

The cultural center was originally constructed as Taipei Sugar Refinery during the Japanese rule of Taiwan and run from 1911 to 1942. After the handover of Taiwan from Japan to the Republic of China in 1945, the factory was taken over by Taiwan Sugar Corporation. The building was declared the 106th historical site of Taipei in 2003.[1]

Architecture

The cultural center spans over an area of one hectare. It consists of three warehouses, which house permanent exhibition, Tangbu Cultural Warehouse and troupe residence.[1]

Transportation

The cultural center is accessible within walking distance southwest of Longshan Temple Station of Taipei Metro.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 15 May 2013. Tangbu Cultural Park. Department of Cultural Affairs, Taipei City Government. 15 September 2017.