Yih Fang Ju Ancient House Introduction
Yifang Residence was built by the Chen clan, early pioneers from Taipei. The Chen family originated from Anxi County, Quanzhou Prefecture, Fujian Province. During the Qing Dynasty's Qianlong period, their ancestor crossed the sea to Taiwan for development. They already had a residence prior, but it was in the early years of the Guangxu period that they invested heavily to construct Yifang Residence. This traditional Shophouse is a typical old residence of the Taipei basin, with a recessed entrance called "Concave Longevity Style." The main structure and the protective dragon walls are made of sturdy thick brick and stone, and there are fewer openings for doors and windows. Additionally, a two-story gun cabinet was built on the outer protective dragon wall to ensure defense against bandit attacks. Many of the windows are made of stone, using sandstone produced in Taipei, which adds local character. The door plaque reads "Yifang Residence," dating back to the year of Bingzi, estimated to be built in the second year of Guangxu. With the rapid development of modern Taipei City, Qing Dynasty residences like Yifang Residence are becoming increasingly rare, serving as a historical testament to the development of Taipei.
