Coral World Museum Introduction
The white building hidden in the alleys is a small family-run museum that records the glory of Taiwanese coral and preserves the cultural history of coral in Nanfangao. The coral industry in Nanfangao was once a shining chapter in the history of the global coral industry, as the waters surrounding Taiwan are home to some of the world's rarest precious coral, which is known for its exquisite texture, rich and complete color scale, and high yield, ranking first in the world. Therefore, Nanfangao plays a crucial role in the entire coral industry ecosystem and has become the main distribution center for the coral industry in Taiwan. At the height of Taiwan’s coral industry, there were over 400 boats harvesting coral in Nanfangao, reflecting the bustling scene of that time. Today, only about 50 boats remain, highlighting the rapid decline of the coral industry. Witnessing this rise and fall, Lai Rongxing was determined to preserve coral and record this history for future generations, thus transforming his home into the "Coral Law World Museum," showcasing many exquisite coral works and allowing visitors to experience the warmth of local culture and human connections in Nanfangao. The museum has three floors, serving as an art space, a cultural story museum, and a café. The first floor is the coral café where the owner welcomes guests and a gift exhibition area; the second floor is a cultural space dedicated to precious coral, deeply introducing the culture of Nanfangao and the coral industry, as well as the ecology and classification of precious coral; the third floor is a coral art gallery that mainly collects and exhibits decades of carved coral works by the curator, which are worth admiring closely. It is recommended for coral enthusiasts to stay for at least half an hour and join a guided tour for a journey through the era of Nanfangao coral! [A little reminder] Guided tours are available for ticket holders. It is suggested that groups make reservations by phone at least a week in advance to arrange for professional guided services.
