Penghu Brigade of the Military Police Introduction
Penghu Constabulary Headquarters is a Japanese-style building that preserves the local flavor of Penghu, located on the western side of Magong City in Penghu County, within the former Mamagung City. The main structure of the Penghu Constabulary Headquarters is a two-story brick and wood building in Japanese style; the Japanese dormitory features a brick chimney that serves dual purposes for bathing and heating. The most distinctive part is the wall made of basalt located on the west side, with an underground water reservoir in front. Originally, the Penghu Constabulary Headquarters was the Penghu Coordination Office during the Qing Dynasty, established during the Kangxi period (1684). In the 15th year of the Guangxu period (1889), when the Coordination Office was changed into the Tongpan Office, only some necessary repairs were made to the existing buildings, and a prison and a benevolent facility were added next to the office. It was not until the Japanese colonial period, around Taisho (1962) and Showa 6 (1931), that extensive renovations were carried out when it was transformed into the Penghu Constabulary Division, resulting in its current appearance. During the Republic of China era (1945), it served as an operational base for the Penghu Defense Command Transportation Group, until it was reorganized as the Magong Port Command in response to the situation of the 823 Kinmen artillery battle in 1958. The Penghu Constabulary Headquarters has undergone usage and renovation from the Qing, Japanese colonial to the Nationalist government periods, embodying unique historical significance and architectural artistry. It is also close to historical sites such as Tianhou Temple, Shuncheng Gate, and Duxing Ten Villages, making it an ideal spot for visitors who enjoy exploring cultural heritage.
