Penghu County Military Police Introduction
Penghu Police Headquarters is a Japanese-style building that preserves the local flavor of Penghu, located on the west side of Magong City in Penghu County, within the old Magong City. The main structure of the Penghu Police Headquarters is a two-story brick and wooden building in the Japanese architectural style; the Japanese dormitory features a brick chimney for both bathing and heating purposes. The most distinctive part is the surrounding wall made of basalt on the west side, with an underground water pool in front. Originally, the Penghu Police Headquarters was the Penghu Xiezhen Office during the Qing Dynasty, established during the Kangxi era (1684). In the 15th year of the Guangxu era (1889), when the Xiezhen Office was changed to a Tongpan Office, only some necessary repairs were made to the original building, and additional rooms for incarceration and public welfare were built next to the office. It was not until the Japanese colonial period in the Taisho era (1962) and the Showa era (1931) that significant renovations were undertaken when it was converted into a division of the Penghu Police Headquarters, giving it its current appearance. In the 34th year of the Republic of China (1945), it served as the Transportation Group camp of the Penghu Defense Command, until it was reorganized into the Magong Port Command in response to the situation of the August 23rd Shelling of Kinmen in the 47th year of the Republic of China (1958). The Penghu Police Headquarters has experienced changes and renovations through the Qing Dynasty, Japanese rule, and the Nationalist government period, showcasing a unique character both in historical significance and architectural artistry. It is also close to several historical sites such as Tianhou Temple, Shun Cheng Gate, and the Duxing Ten Villages, making it an ideal spot for visitors interested in exploring cultural relics.
