Taiwan Travel: Fort San Domingo, Tamsui

There are so many things to see in Tamsui. After walking through the old street (see here), we have arrived at what originally was a seaside fort, Fort San Domingo (紅毛城/ Hóng máo chéng). You need to walk uphill to reach the fort. Oh my poor stamina. =(

Fort San Domingo Tamsui Taiwan


It's not really a big fort but there are things to see inside. Like..cells? Hehehe.

Cells at Fort San Domingo Tamsui
My friend said she sensed something inside the cell. So if you are able to "see" or "feel" "something", probably you may want to skip peeking inside? =P

Cell Door Fort San Domingo Tamsui
I wonder if the Spanish occupants at that times are able to cook paella here. The kitchen seems so small.

Fort San Domingo Kitchen Taiwan
There is a small courtyard in the middle of the fort. This courtyard is used as an activity area for the prisoners. As there are only 4 prisons here, so I suppose they don't really need a big courtyard to walk around. 

Courtyard Fort San Domingo Tamsui
The safe used in that period to keep valuable things and important documents. 

Safe at Fort San Domingo Tamsui Taiwan
Spanish ship, which often dock here in those days, I suppose? 

Spanish Ship at Fort San Domingo Tamsui Taiwan
The occupancy of the fort has been changing over the history from the Spanish to the Dutch to the British. The last occupant, the British made it their trade consulate and painted it red. Apparently the fort was previously painted in white. Interesting, eh? =)

P.S. If you are lazy to walk along the old street, you can take a bus (Red 26, 36 or 38) from Tamsui MRT Station to Fort San Domingo.

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