Taoyuan Arts Plaza Introduction
The bustling traffic and vibrant shopping areas along Zhongzheng Road make Taoyuan Arts and Cultural Square a green gem in the city, embodying people's beautiful desire to connect with nature. Spanning over ten thousand square meters, the expansive green space attracts families playing frisbee and children chasing each other, while dedicated joggers navigate the wide paths—a perfect representation of the "Lohas" lifestyle. Recently designated by the Taoyuan City Government as one of the "Top Picnic Spots in Taoyuan," it has become common to see people dining on the grass during weekends, enjoying delicious light meals under the sun. The square also features a drainage channel and waterways that assist in water retention, alongside a rich ecosystem, making it an excellent venue for environmental education. Facilities include an outdoor performance venue and a small performance area, hosting events such as "Grassland Music Concert," "Summer Parent-Child Arts Festival," and New Year’s Eve celebrations, which minimize the distance between art and daily life. The Taoyuan Arts and Cultural Square not only integrates recreational and educational functions but also serves as a performance venue, creating a multifunctional space. The square's most prominent landmark, the Taoyuan Performing Arts Center, was completed in 2010 at a cost of nearly one billion TWD. Its winding architectural curves are particularly vivid, echoing the unbounded concept of art. The grid-patterned glass curtain wall showcases different styles under sunlight refraction and LED projections. This stylish design, combined with green building techniques, represents a significant breakthrough in local construction. With an area of nearly 7,000 square meters, it has seven floors above ground and one basement level, featuring an arts salon, an indoor stage, and recording space, accommodating about 1,400 people. The Taoyuan Performing Arts Center has become the most representative multifunctional platform for art and culture in Taoyuan, hosting national events such as the 47th Golden Horse Awards and the Taoyuan International Comics Expo, showcasing its artistic charm far and wide.
