Taichung Broadcasting Bureau Introduction
Play and Appreciation Guide ◼️ Historical Building ◼️ The Building with the Most Windows in Taiwan The Taichung Broadcasting Station, officially opened on May 11, is located in Taichung City’s Xingaotang Water Source Park. Commissioned by the Japanese Governor-General of Taiwan, its main focus was to increase listenership, assist broadcasters, and produce and distribute broadcasting programs, while also establishing a radio consultation office at the Taichung Broadcasting Station to teach maintenance techniques for radio receivers. (Source: Research and Restoration Plan for the Historical Building of Taichung Broadcasting Station) In 2002, the Taichung City Government's Cultural Bureau registered the Taichung Broadcasting Station as a historical building, which has the most windows of any building in Taiwan, with a total of 94 windows. Differentiated by functionality, the windows are uniquely designed to reflect various colors and moods of the Taichung Broadcasting Station from sunrise to sunset. In addition to the numerous windows, the building's appearance represents an "overly styled" modern architectural type, directly narrating its historical background. More stories and characteristics of the broadcasting station await you to explore. BCC Pattern On the outer balcony of the second floor of the Taichung Broadcasting Station, there are seven white patterns. Among them, the three center patterns clearly depict "BCC," while the other four patterns combine elements from Taichung City's emblem and the China Broadcasting Corporation's logo. City Emblem Introduction: The current emblem of Taichung City features a symmetrical "中" character within a circular shape, representing unity and cohesion in a simple design. This emblem was created in 1921 during the Japanese occupation to coincide with the completion of the Taichung City Hall, publicly solicited by the city government, and was selected from 2,099 submitted designs after two rounds of evaluations, designed by Nakamura Yoshimatsu (who was working in the Taipei Railway Engineering Department at that time). Stone Lantern It is said that this stone lantern was first discovered at Taichung Park and later relocated to the current site at the Taichung Broadcasting Station, presumably belonging to the former Taichung Shrine. Stone Lantern Introduction: It was originally built by wealthy individuals as an offering to the shrine. This stone lantern is remarkably well-preserved, engraved with the phrases "Established on June 18, 1918," "December 28, 1930," etc. However, because there is a 12-year gap between the manufacturing and installation dates of the lantern, and the abandonment period is also unclear, it may be considered a "mysterious" stone lantern. Windows In the small 150 ping space on the first floor of the Taichung Broadcasting Station, there are 68 windows. The station not only has numerous windows, but also a variety of window styles. As the sun rises and sets, the windows of the Taichung Broadcasting Station reflect many different views. It is recommended to follow the sun's path and take photos with the windows of the Taichung Broadcasting Station to experience the changes of light and shadow. These windows and sills have accompanied the station for 80 years, and it is hoped that everyone will also help preserve this important cultural asset. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Address: No. 1, Radio Street, North District, Taichung City Contact Number: 04-22203108 Guided Tours: ■ Available □ Not Available ■ Reservation Required Reservation Phone: 04-22203108 ■ Dining Brand: Frog Mexican Restaurant ■ Others: 1935 Radio, "Broadcasting Magazine"
