Fortification Command Headquarters

– Attraction Introduction – In 1896, the Japanese military established the Keelung Fortification Command Post in Keelung. In 1903, the Keelung Fortification Command Headquarters was established, with its jurisdiction covering areas such as Keelung, Aodi, Jinshan, Tamsui, Hsinchu, and Houlong. During the Japanese colonial period, the Keelung Fortification Command Headquarters served as the highest military command center in Northern Taiwan. Today, it has become an arts and culture park brimming with cultural charm. – Attraction Features – The Fortification Command Headquarters building was designed by Shinichi Asai, an engineer of the Imperial Japanese Army at the time. The building features a T-shaped layout, with its exterior composed of brown-hued vertical columns made of thirteen-groove bricks and beige-toned washed stone railings. Today, the main building of the Fortification Command Headquarters serves as an arts and cultural exhibition hall, the military supply depot as a performance space, and the Guangfu Building offers dining services. The Fortification Command Headquarters, now integrated with creative cultural elements, periodically hosts performance events, and it is also a popular venue for newlyweds to hold their weddings. – Recommended Activities – During the day, visitors can join scheduled guided tours to gain a deeper understanding of the fort's historical background and architectural features, then enjoy exhibitions in the main hall or attend performances in the military supply depot. Alternatively, wait until dusk to admire the changing light and shadows of the illuminated buildings within the park, experiencing the unique charm of a military relic transformed into an arts and cultural space. – Nearby Recommendations – After visiting the Fortification Command Headquarters, you can connect your journey by walking to the “Shawen Historical and Cultural Park,” “Mayor's Residence,” and “Taiping Wheel Memorial Park.” Plan a leisurely stroll that delves into the port area's history and architectural aesthetics, moving from military defense lines to Japanese-style old houses and relics of the Sino-French War, experiencing the diverse facets of Keelung's historical landscape.