Bingwu Earthquake Memorial Monument Introduction
The Trajectory of Post-Disaster Reconstruction - Taiwan frequently experiences earthquakes, with several significant ones occurring during the Japanese colonial period. On March 17, 1906 (Meiji 39), a major earthquake struck at 6 AM, with the epicenter located between Minxiong and Meishan. There were many casualties among both humans and livestock, and buildings were severely damaged. Continuous aftershocks subsequently caused the deaths of over 1,200 people, with most buildings in the city of Chiayi destroyed. In the aftermath, the authorities took the opportunity to plan a city re-routing project, laying the foundation for modern Chiayi City. A monument named "Earthquake Memorial" was established, possibly the first earthquake memorial in Taiwan, with the inscription written by Zhuang Borong. After World War II, it was renamed "Youth Recreation Center," and in March 2001, the Cultural Bureau restored it. Construction of the site: Inscription: March 17, 1906 (Meiji 39) Restoration: March 2001.
