Huashan 1914 Creative Park Introduction
Huashan 1914 Creative Park was originally the Taipei Wine Factory, established by the Japanese in 1914. It was initially a sake production facility and later became the Taipei Wine Factory, now recognized as one of the official historic sites in Taipei City. The name of the Huashan Creative Park derives from the area formerly known as Dazhuwei in Sanbanchiao during the Qing Dynasty. In 1922, during the Japanese occupation, the Governor-General of Taiwan abolished the previous street names and renamed it "Kuwasan Town." The name "Kuwasan" was derived from the name of the first Governor-General of Taiwan, Matsukata Masayoshi. At that time, Kuwasan Town included government units such as the Taipei City Hall (now the Executive Yuan), Kuwasan Freight Station, and the Taipei Wine Factory, all of which were part of the urban planning and development of Taipei during the Japanese colonial period. During the Kuomintang government era, "Kuwasan" was changed to "Huashan," a name that has been used ever since. After 1999, Huashan Creative Park became a venue for arts and cultural activities such as art exhibitions and music performances for the arts community, non-profit organizations, and individuals. Additionally, the park features various restaurants, shops, and galleries. It has hosted numerous cultural events and transformed old buildings and set up installation art to attract visitors for sightseeing and photography. There is also a large grassy area in the back of the park, providing a space for picnics and recreational activities.
