National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Introduction
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is dedicated to the first President of the Republic of China, Chiang Kai-shek, who passed away in 1975. Construction of the memorial hall began the following year, designed by Yang Cho-Cheng, the architect of the Grand Hotel Taipei. The original site was the headquarters of the Army, which was the largest military district in Taipei at that time. It is said that gold transported from the mainland was once stored in this place. The memorial hall features blue and white colors, which are the primary colors of the national flag. The dome is adorned with twelve rays of sunlight representing the Blue Sky with a White Sun. The statue faces west towards the Presidential Office and the mainland, both carrying special significance. With the advancement of democracy and openness of thought, the square in front of the memorial hall has become a gathering place for democratic movements. On both sides of the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are the National Concert Hall and the National Theater. The theater serves as a venue for drama, dance, and various performance activities, frequently hosting large-scale performances, including Peking opera, plays, and children's programs. The concert hall is the highest standard music performance space in Taiwan, often holding chamber music and symphonic events. The plaza in front of the two halls also occasionally hosts drama and music activities, attracting many visitors to enjoy. The white walls and blue tiles rise 70 meters majestically in the center of the memorial park, looking grand from any angle. International tourists visiting Taiwan, regardless of their itinerary, will definitely make a stop here. Beneath the memorial hall, there are displays and exhibitions, as well as souvenir sales.
