First Hotel Introduction
The First Guest House is located near the Guanyin Pavilion in Magong City, Penghu, and was built by the Japanese army during the colonial period. It served as the residence for Mr. Chiang Kai-shek while he was in Penghu. On May 17, 1949, former President Chiang first stayed here. After the Nationalist government relocated to Taiwan, former President Chiang and Presidents Chiang Ching-kuo and Lee Teng-hui also stayed here numerous times during their visits to Penghu. The First Guest House is a Japanese-style building, characterized by its load-bearing walls, wooden beams, and tiled roof. Due to long-term military management and limited public access, it is well-preserved today. The architectural style blends Eastern and Western influences, with exterior walls built from coral stones. The courtyard is filled with various plants and trees, and it features pathways and a large grassy plaza. During the "823" artillery battle, this place became the frontline of the war, and the First Guest House served as the center for military command. The First Guest House also functioned as a war command post and is the only preserved residence with strategic facilities, equipped with comprehensive historical and cultural significance, along with military importance, making it highly valuable for preservation. On December 10, 1998, it was officially designated as a county historic site by the Penghu County Government. [Recommended visit duration] Exterior viewing: 0.5 hours.
The overall appearance of First Hotel.
First Hotel
