National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall — The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall was built to commemorate Chiang Kai-shek, the first president of the Republic of China, who passed away in 1975. The Executive Yuan broke ground for its construction the following year.

National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall was built to commemorate Chiang Kai-shek, the first president of the Republic of China, who passed away in 1975. The Executive Yuan broke ground for its construction the following year. The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall was built to commemorate Chiang Kai-shek, the first president of the Republic of China, who passed away in 1975. The Executive Yuan broke ground for its construction the following year. The designer was Yang Cho-cheng, who also designed the Grand Hotel. The memorial hall's original site was the Army Headquarters, which was the largest military compound in Taipei at the time. It is said that gold transported from mainland China was once stored in this location. The blue and white colors used in the memorial hall are the main colors of the national flag. The decoration on the ceiling of the memorial hall is a "Blue Sky, White Sun" with 12 rays of light. The bronze statue faces west, towards the Presidential Office and mainland China, all of which hold special significance. With the evolution of democracy and open thinking, the plaza in front of the memorial hall has become a gathering place for democratic movements. Located on the left and right sides of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are the National Concert Hall and the National Theater. The National Theater is a venue for theatrical and dance performances, often hosting large-scale events including Peking Opera, dramas, and children's shows. The National Concert Hall is Taiwan's most sophisticated venue for musical performances, frequently hosting chamber music, symphonies, and other major musical events. The plaza in front of both the National Theater and National Concert Hall also holds occasional theatrical and musical events, attracting numerous visitors. With white walls and blue tiles, standing 70 meters tall in the center of the Memorial Park, it is magnificent from any angle. Foreign tourists visiting Taiwan, regardless of their itinerary... Address: 臺北市中正區龍匣口自由廣場 Hours: 00:00–23:59 Taipei