Taoyuan Arts Plaza Introduction
The bustling traffic and numerous shops create a lively atmosphere on Zhongzheng Road, where the Taoyuan Arts and Culture Plaza serves as an urban green haven, fulfilling people's longing to connect with nature. Covering over ten thousand square meters, the vast green space accommodates families playing frisbee and children chasing each other, while joggers maintain their focus on the wide paths, embodying the "Lohas" lifestyle. Recently, the Taoyuan City Government designated the Arts and Culture Plaza as one of the "Top 100 Picnic Spots in Taoyuan," and on weekends, people can be seen dining on the grass, enjoying delicious light meals under the sunlight. Additionally, the plaza features grass channels and waterways that function to conserve water, along with rich vegetation, making it an excellent outdoor classroom for environmental education. The plaza includes an outdoor performance venue and a small performance area, hosting events like the "Grass Music Concert," "Summer Family Arts Festival," and New Year's Eve celebrations, effectively bringing art and life together, combining leisure, educational, and performance functions to create a comprehensive facility. The most prominent landmark of the Taoyuan Arts and Culture Plaza is the Taoyuan Performance Center, which was completed in 2010 at a cost of nearly one billion NTD. Its winding architectural curves appear particularly dynamic, echoing the unrestrained concept of art, while the grid-like glass façade exhibits different charms under sunlight and LED lighting. This stylish design, coupled with green building practices, represents a significant breakthrough in local construction. The center spans nearly seven thousand square meters, with plans for seven above-ground levels and one basement level, featuring cultural salons, indoor stages, and recording spaces, accommodating approximately 1,400 people. The Taoyuan Performance Center is now the most representative multifunctional arts and cultural platform in Taoyuan, hosting nationwide cultural events such as the "47th Golden Horse Awards" and the "Taoyuan International Animation Festival," showcasing the allure of art to a wider audience.
