The Faded Elegance Hidden in the Alleyways: Witnessing the Architectural Beauty of Time's Passage

Located in Linyuan District, Kaohsiung City, the Anle Building was constructed around 1930. It features Baroque architectural elements blended with Japanese garden and European-style mansion designs, forming a "ㄇ"-shaped structure. Originally a high-end establishment for hosting merchants and literati, it was one of the most luxurious social venues in early Linyuan. In 1933, it was requisitioned as a Japanese military officers' club, and after World War II, it transitioned into use as a hotel or tavern. Over time, as the building aged and fell into disrepair, Anle Building gradually became abandoned. However, its weathered walls and remaining elements, such as the central staircase, courtyard, and private room layouts, add a romantic and desolate charm. The arched windows, porches, and carvings still evoke the grandeur of the past, and standing before the building, one can almost hear the echoes of bygone bustling days, feeling the stories of those years. Anle Building is not only a cultural landmark of Linyuan but also a microcosm of Taiwan's historical changes. It offers us a chance to pause and, through this old structure, rediscover the past of this land and experience its unique historical charm.

Post by 祥.要去旅行 | Sep 6, 2025