Taoyuan 77 Art District Introduction
"Taoyuan 77 Art and Culture Town" was formerly the Japanese-style dormitory complex of the Taoyuan Police Station, located in the commercial area in front of Taoyuan Railway Station. It has been planned as a historical building and revitalized into a cultural and creative park after renovation by the city government, making it one of the most popular photo spots in Taoyuan. The police station's Japanese dormitories, which existed from the Japanese colonial period to post-war times, were situated in the old city of Taoyuan and served as a commercial, cultural, and administrative center. Three years ago, the city government decided to "restore it to its original condition," recreating the dormitory complex while preserving the historical appearance of the Japanese wooden architecture. The revitalized "Taoyuan 77 Art and Culture Town" combines the architectural style of the Japanese colonial period with the meaning of Lane 77, Zhongzheng Road, and was named through public voting. The park features diverse spaces and events, including retail (cultural and creative product shops), handmade (craft experience classrooms), Liu Yi (exhibition spaces), police headquarters (service center, administrative office), blessing pavilion (performance and resting area), Qitao Market (weekend market), and Chengzhen Coffee (a well-known light meal restaurant chain). Although the park is not large, it is a garden space filled with artistic and cultural atmosphere amidst the bustling commercial district of Taoyuan City Center. A leisurely walk on a refreshing afternoon here can be quite enjoyable. (Source: Taoyuan 77 Art and Culture Town)
