First Hotel Introduction
The First Hotel is located near Guanyinting in Magong City, Penghu, and was built by the Japanese military during the colonial period. It was once the residence of Mr. Chiang Kai-shek in Penghu. On May 17, 1949, President Chiang first stayed here. After the National Government relocated to Taiwan, both former President Chiang Kai-shek and Presidents Chiang Ching-kuo and Lee Teng-hui stayed here multiple times during their visits to Penghu. The First Hotel is designed in a Japanese architectural style, featuring load-bearing walls, wooden trusses, and a tile roof. Due to long-term military management and maintenance, and limited public access, it is well-preserved today. The architectural art combines both Western and Japanese building techniques, with the outer walls constructed of basalt stones. The courtyard is filled with various plants and trees, and pathways have been laid out. There is also a very large grassy square. During the "823" artillery battle, this place became the frontline of the war, and the First Hotel served as the command center for military operations. It simultaneously functioned as a command post, making it the only preserved residence with strategic facilities, complete equipment, and significant cultural, historical, and military meaning, hence its high preservation value. On December 10, 1998, it was announced by the county government as a designated historical site in Penghu County. 【Recommended Stay Duration】 Exterior Viewing: 0.5 hours
Overall appearance of First Hotel
First Hotel
