Chihkan Tower

Why the living room of Tainan

Provintia Castle built 1653 by the Dutch; Koxinga set his government here—start of Taiwan’s first capital district. Picked by Tainan City among 7 sights promoted to 7 Japanese cities.

Highlights

1. Nine tortoise steles: imperial Qianlong tablets on bixi tortoises—classic photo with them.
2. Sea God Temple + Wenchang Pavilion + Penghu Academy: exam god downstairs, city views upstairs.
3. Night lighting: red walls and yellow tiles at their best; come before dinner.
4. Koxinga’s council site: feel the Dutch-to-Ming handover on the spot.

Nearby walk

• Martial Temple + Grand Mazu Temple + Confucius Temple: walkable temple cluster.
• Shennong + Guohua Streets: lantern old street + snacks for dinner.
• Pair with Anping for a full Tainan day.

Access & time needed

• ~20 min walk or 10 min by bus from Tainan Station. Stay 1–1.5 hrs with night views.

Tips

• Fares and hours per official site (heritage sites often close Mondays—check; full fare ~NT$50).
• Many mosquitoes at night; bring repellent.

Photo spots

Stele grove, Wenchang second-floor view, lit red walls at night.