The Red House
Heritage building in Taipei, Taiwan
Introduction
History
- ๐ Origin: Built in 1908 during Japanese rule as Taiwan's first public market.
- ๐ญ Transformation: Converted into a theater in 1945, hosting Peking Opera performances.
- ๐ฅ Renovation: Underwent significant renovations after a fire in the 2000s.
- ๐๏ธ Historical Site: Listed as a Class III Historical Site in 1997.
- ๐จ Revitalization: Managed by the Taipei Culture Foundation since 2007 to promote cultural industries.
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Architecture
- ๐๏ธ Design: Features an octagonal entrance and a cruciform floor plan.
- ๐งฑ Materials: Constructed with red bricks, showcasing a blend of Western and Meiji era Japanese architectural styles.
- ๐จ Unique Style: Known for its bold 'eight trigrams' design at the entrance.
- ๐๏ธ Renovations: The Octagon Building underwent major renovations in 2016.
- ๐ข Structure: Comprises the Octagon Building, Cruciform Building, and adjacent squares.
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Cultural Significance
- ๐ญ Cultural Hub: A center for cultural and creative industries in Taipei.
- ๐ณ๏ธโ๐ LGBT Landmark: Known for its vibrant LGBT community and events.
- ๐จ Creative Space: Hosts a market for artists and designers, promoting local talent.
- ๐ถ Entertainment: Venue for concerts, exhibitions, and cultural events.
- ๐ Recognition: Awarded for its historical space redevelopment efforts.
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Events and Activities
- ๐ถ Concerts: Regular live performances and concerts by local and international artists.
- ๐จ Exhibitions: Hosts various art exhibitions showcasing local and international talent.
- ๐๏ธ Markets: Weekend handicraft markets for cultural and creative industry entrepreneurs.
- ๐ณ๏ธโ๐ LGBT Events: Venue for Taipei Pride and other LGBT-friendly events.
- ๐ Festivals: Hosts events like the Taiwan Lantern Festival, attracting international visitors.
Visiting Information
- ๐ Hours: Open Tuesday to Thursday from 11:00 am to 9:30 pm, Friday to Saturday until 10:00 pm, and Sunday until 9:30 pm.
- ๐ Access: Located near Ximen Station, accessible via the Blue Line 5 or Green Line 3.
- ๐๏ธ Admission: Entry to the main building and exhibitions is generally free.
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Dining: Features a cafe and several independent shops within the complex.
- ๐ Location: Situated at 10 Chengdu Road, Wanhua District, Taipei.
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Nearby Attractions
- ๐ฏ Longshan Temple: A historic temple located 0.57 miles away.
- ๐๏ธ Zhongshan Hall: A historic building 0.19 miles from The Red House.
- ๐ฅ Taipei Cinema Park: A cultural space 0.3 miles away.
- ๐๏ธ Presidential Office Building: Located 0.34 miles away.
- ๐๏ธ Dihua Street: Known for its traditional shops, 0.92 miles away.
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| ๐ย ย ย Website: https://www.redhouse.taipei/ |
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