Tamsui, New Taipei City, Taiwan
Tamsui, located at the northern tip of the island. It’s situated along the Danshui River, which flows into the Taiwan Strait.
Tamsui: No. 1, Zhongzheng Rd, Tamsui District, New Taipei City, 251
On the way to Tamsui by the subway, I stopped at a nearby Costco on one of the passing subway stations.
It looked like the ones in the United States.
Buildings at the Tamsui subway station
Zhongzheng Rd, the popular street that goes along the river. Walking toward Fort San Domingo.
A side street with food stalls
Back out to Zhongzheng Rd
Looking at a side street
Looking at another side street toward the river
Walking toward the riverside
Panoramic view
Another panoramic view
The river street
Walking back toward Zhongzheng Rd
On Zhongzheng Rd
Arrived at the Fort San Domingo
Fort San Domingo has a rich history, dating back to the 17th century. It was originally built by the Spanish in 1629 as “Fort Santo Domingo” during their short-lived occupation of Tamsui. Later, it was occupied by the Dutch and the British at different times, each leaving their own marks on the fort.
History of the fort. Spanish first built the fort.
Then, the Dutch took over.
In 1662, forces led by Koxinga, a Ming dynasty loyalist, captured Fort Santo Domingo from the Dutch.
Then, it was under the Qing Dynasty.
In 1867, the British Royal Navy occupied Fort Santo Domingo during the times when Taiwan was part of the Qing Dynasty.
The British presence lasted until 1951 when they officially handed the fort back to the Republic of China (ROC) government.
Little Red House, which is next to the fort
It was the former residence of the British Consul during the British occupation of Taiwan.
The name “Little Red House” comes from its distinctive red-brick construction and architectural style.
The Little Red House has been preserved and restored, serving as a museum and cultural center.
