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Design enthusiasts and those interested in Taiwanese architectural history.
Museum Of Old Taiwan Tiles
TW
Museum·Charming, Educational, Intimate
The Museum Of Old Taiwan Tiles is a meticulously curated sanctuary in Taibao that rescues and showcases thousands of salvaged ceramic tiles from the early 20th century. Housed in a charming Japanese-era timber warehouse, the museum highlights intricate floral and geometric patterns that once symbolized wealth and status in Taiwanese architecture. Visitors can explore a two-story building filled with aesthetic displays, learn about the restoration process, and even enjoy a tactile experience by feeling the textures of the tiles. The museum also features a gift shop where the entrance fee can be used as a voucher for unique souvenirs, making it a meaningful stop for those exploring the Chiayi region.
The Museum Of Old Taiwan Tiles is a meticulously curated sanctuary in Taibao that rescues and showcases thousands of salvaged ceramic tiles from the early 20th century. Housed in a charming Japanese-era timber warehouse, the museum highlights intricate floral and geometric patterns that once symbolized wealth and status in Taiwanese architecture. Visitors can explore a two-story building filled with aesthetic displays, learn about the restoration process, and even enjoy a tactile experience by feeling the textures of the tiles. The museum also features a gift shop where the entrance fee can be used as a voucher for unique souvenirs, making it a meaningful stop for those exploring the Chiayi region.
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Address
No. 282號, Linsen W Rd, Guohua Village,West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600
Website1920t.com
Phone0905 012 390
Hours
Open nowMon
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue
Closed
Wed
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Highlights
Extensive collection of salvaged 20th-century ceramic tiles.
Housed in a beautifully restored Japanese-era timber warehouse.
Interactive exhibits where visitors can touch and feel tile textures.
Gift shop offering tile-themed souvenirs using entrance fee vouchers.
Free guided tours explaining the history and restoration process.
Occasion Tags
Tourists, Locals, Solo
Reviews
4.5
Excellent5,2 K reviews
The Museum of Old Taiwan Tiles is highly praised for its dedication to preserving a 'lost art' of Taiwanese architecture. Visitors appreciate the aesthetic beauty of the thousands of floral and geometric tiles housed in a historic Japanese-era timber warehouse. The experience is noted for being tactile, allowing guests to touch the tiles and feel their intricate designs. While the building is small, spanning two floors and an attic, it is packed with history and provides excellent photo opportunities. Many reviewers mention the 100 NTD entrance fee, which conveniently doubles as a voucher for the gift shop. Some visitors warned of long queues during peak times, suggesting that the wait is worth it for the unique cultural insight provided.
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Location
Taibao, Chiayi City, Taiwan
