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Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall

(中正紀念堂)

Monument, History Museum, and Park

Zhōngzhèng Qū, 台北市

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"massive Memorial Hall"(7 Tips)
"... and to learn some history of Taiwan. Stand in the middle point and you get the..."(2 Tips)
"Amazing architecture with a lot of history inside."(8 Tips)
"Every hour guard shift their duty and its awesome"(2 Tips)

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VenothMay 17, 2016
The place is huge and has a beautiful architecture. I would strongly recommend history buffs to visit this place. Lots of memorabilias and artifacts surrounding Chiang Kai-Shek's life are on display.
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CNNAugust 6, 2014
This imposing white monument with its distinctive blue octagonal roof is Taipei’s greatest cultural landmark. The museum below has some fine Kuomintang political party propaganda. Read more
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_September 6, 2016
Amazing architecture with a lot of history inside. Ran by volunteers. Bonus: Check out the Winnie the Pooh Exhibition while its in town (9/18/16 is the last day)
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Epicurean 🗼dventuresJanuary 3, 2019
Why come here?CKS was an important man who played a big part in shaping 🇹🇼's history!Also worth 2c d arch & changing of d guards ceremony.4those who r interested in 🇹🇼's past,visit d museum also.
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Angeline TeohNovember 20, 2018
Great place to admire the architecture and to learn some history of Taiwan. Stand in the middle point and you get the 360 view of 4 buildings
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NathanOctober 5, 2019
Been here 10+ times
A must-see in Taipei. Beautiful surroundings, and the museum inside the memorial is one of my favorites, explaining the history of the ROC in Taiwan in a surprisingly politically-neutral way.
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Brandon LeeJanuary 4, 2020
Very impressive building and park grounds. Nice place to take a walk and witness the unintentionally hilarious changing of guards every hour on the hour (a lá Monty Python’s Ministry of Silly Walks).
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Chris LeeMay 24, 2016
Nice architecture and fun fill with historical education for the young ones and also tourist.
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Alonso EspinozaSeptember 3, 2017
Beautiful gardens, monuments. They had a snoopy exhibition as well. The changing of the guard was awesome! Great for pictures!!!
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Mary SJuly 22, 2015
Awesome! Free museum to learn all about Taiwan. Beautiful building and grounds. Make sure to watch the changing of the guard that happens each hour.
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Hayo BartSeptember 20, 2015
Really love this piece of architecture, much better than Sun Yat-sen's Memorial Hall. Don't forget to watch the hourly changing of Royal Guards, though expect some Chinese crowds.
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VenothMay 17, 2016
The National Performing Arts Centre is also within the same compound. A world class centre that has numerous international shows all year round.
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Kim PhamApril 19, 2016
Definitely worth going through the museum. Fascinating history. They do a changing of the guards every hour as well.
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Connie ChiuNovember 30, 2014
Very impressive. If you go at the right time, you can watch the ritual of the sentries switching post at the memorial.
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Josh AJuly 12, 2015
Beautiful place. Walk around outside in the trees and flowers. Go inside and learn about CKS. Also home to the Theater, a bookstore, some food options.
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Fenny 利清芳July 17, 2012
So HUGE!!! Wo Ai Taiwan!! You must visit here whenever you come to Taipei City!!! Amazing building!!!
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J KoflerJuly 11, 2017
Don't miss the changing of the guards, very impressive. On a hot day, better go to the garden part, it's cooler near the pond and under the trees.
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Robin ChenJuly 31, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Tourist hotspot. Besides the main attraction, it is surrounded by mini parks with small ponds of fish. Good place to walk I guess.
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Brandon F.May 8, 2014
Worth seeing for its scope, but not much else besides the bronze statue of Kai-Shek. The weekends will have you people watching. That's when the area really comes to life.
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Nuri JeonOctober 10, 2014
An absolute place to visit to understand more about Taiwan and their efforts toward democracy. The top floor with statue and terras looking down the city will be impressive.
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Gary HorFebruary 18, 2015
Massive. Touristy. But still a must visit. Marvel at it all. Take a 360-degree panoramic photo while you're at it.
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L MAugust 11, 2017
Beautiful place with tons of history. You can even catch the changing of the guards that happens hourly!
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VenothMay 17, 2016
Some very rare photographs are also on display. This one was taken during his visit to India. Picture taken with M.K. Gandhi.
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Arjan TimmermansDecember 29, 2014
The scale of this complex is breathtaking. A must-visit. Climb up the memorial building for a great view.
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DHR.comSeptember 26, 2011
This monument for Chiang Kai-shek is a must-visit. Inside, the massive Memorial Hall is where you'll learn about his life and the history of Taiwan. This place has its own MRT Station (Xindian line).
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JernejSeptember 6, 2014
Huge plaza with concert and theatre hall on each side. On the end it's memorial site. Very beautiful structures. Inside memorial hall there is a change of guards every full hour.
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David FJanuary 16, 2017
Get to the changing of the guard at about a quarter to the hour for a good vantage point. The last "change" finishes, not starts, at 17:00.
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高手놀리밑™November 14, 2015
Nice spacious place to chill and also do some photography. Best time to come is in the late afternoon and early evening
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Melinda PamungkasDecember 31, 2013
This place is so grand. I was in awe for 30 minutes. Changing of the guards every hour and a special one at 5pm including the lowering of the flag
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JasAugust 17, 2014
This is the memorial of former president Tchang Kaï-Chek. Don't miss the guard change every hour. And feed the fish ;)
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VenothMay 17, 2016
One of the many Cadillac's used by the man as his official state car. More like this on display here.
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Vickie WangDecember 28, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Don't forget to look up after the changing of the guards.
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EricJanuary 7, 2015
Come weekend mornings to see it bustling with locals doing various activities. Come weekdays for a quieter experience.
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Michelin Travel & LifestyleJanuary 14, 2014
Take time to stroll by the ponds and gardens. Get a good spot 15 minutes before the hour to watch the changing of the guard. – Green Guide Editor
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Ahn BustamanteAugust 29, 2016
One of Taipei's landmarks not to be missed. It covers a huge space but not as intimidating as Beijing's.
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Julia von DoskyApril 9, 2015
The history museum was interesting. The view from the highest point is worth all the steps.
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Vincent McCoolSeptember 16, 2015
When entering the hall take a right and stand by the fan to cool down :)
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UlyaOctober 2, 2015
It is worth a short trip but I prefer nature which is so easy to get to when you are in Taipei!
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David Bryan RamosOctober 30, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Best tourist spot in Taipei. The structures are stunning.
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Jonathan ChenJune 21, 2017
This is one of the most impressive public museums I've ever been to, definitely worth a stop.
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Tim LeeFebruary 6, 2015
The fourth floor outside enter enter entrance is under construction so you'll need to enter from the first floor.
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JKAugust 30, 2015
Landmark of Taipei. It used to be the military base during the Japanese period
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Cheryl CheeApril 2, 2015
Changing of the guard is every hour on the hour in the main hall. Worth timing your visit to see this
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Edward LeongMarch 17, 2017
Nice botanical garden and huge open space, good for taking pictures
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Jennifer LeonFebruary 22, 2015
Stunning memorial surrounded by a beautiful park. Even on a busy day this is a wonderful place to go to.
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G WongAugust 7, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Go see the architecture and exhibits and then if you get the lucky chance, visit the beautifully maintained concert halls.
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Cherry Hazel Quines MalateJuly 16, 2018
One of the tourist spot in Taiwan. :)
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Amanda WongMarch 11, 2016
This is so cool and beautiful lor. If you take good pictures, then worth it!
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JoyceJuly 30, 2016
Check the guard changing, a perfectly choreography. It happens hourly.
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J-OSLFebruary 4, 2016
Worth to visit if anyone visit Taipei !
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