Yunmen Theater Introduction
The internationally renowned Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan, in 2008, suffered a devastating fire that burned down its rehearsal space in a rented metal structure in Bali. Subsequently, in collaboration with the New Taipei City Government, a new Cloud Gate Theatre was created at the site of the old Trans World Radio Tamsui Division, integrating the existing architecture. It officially opened on April 24, 2015. Located between Tamsui Golf Course and Huwei Fort, the Cloud Gate Theatre overlooks Guanyin Mountain and the mouth of the Tamsui River. The building, with its light green glass facade, reflects the surrounding tall trees and blends into the tranquil green landscape. The theatre regularly hosts ticketed performances which can be checked online, and offers guided tours of the park that can be reserved by phone. Additionally, the park features many art installations, including internationally acclaimed works like Master Ju Ming's "Homeland Series," "Tai Chi Series," and "Human Series." The large tree library within the park combines a bookstore and café, allowing visitors to explore carefully selected Cloud Gate books and exclusive cultural items inspired by the lives of dancers, as well as taste its specialty hand-brewed coffee and uniquely crafted sun-brewed beer. Meanwhile, the Flower Language Restaurant by the lotus pond serves the best xiaolongbao and exquisite new tea creations, as well as the world-famous bubble tea. The main building of Cloud Gate Theatre is stunning, with its light green glass facade reflecting the surrounding trees, which is not only aesthetically pleasing but also emphasizes environmental sustainability. When taking photos, it is recommended to include the green-tinted glass along with the blue sky.
