Eternal Golden Castle

Attractions / Tainan Charter Tour Attractions

Anping Coastal Heritage ReimaginedX A Red Fortress Through History

In Tainan’s Anping District, the Eternal Golden Castle (also known as Erkunshen Fort) is Taiwan’s first modern Western-style coastal fort. Built in 1874 during the Guangxu era of the Qing Dynasty under Shen Baozhen, it served as a key coastal defense stronghold. Square red-brick walls, a full moat, and bastion design give it the look of a red castle rising from the water—a witness to Taiwan’s military history and changing times.

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Century-Old Fort × Memories of Coastal Defense

The Eternal Golden Castle combines beauty with function. Bastions at each corner cover blind spots, and Armstrong cannons weighing hundreds of kilograms were mounted inside the walls to repel invaders from the sea. The arched tunnel gate feels like a passage back to a nineteenth-century battlefield.

The wide central lawn was once a drill ground; today it is a popular spot for family picnics and photos. On holidays, hourly cannon-firing ceremonies recreate the fort’s former might—a dramatic highlight not to be missed!

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March–April Only｜Golden Trumpet Trees× A Romantic Castle Encounter

Each March and April, golden trumpet trees bloom along the outer walls, adding bright gold to the red-brick castle and green moat—a picturesque scene steeped in history. Swan boats are also available to paddle along the moat alongside ducks and geese for a leisurely outing.

 

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Nearby Attractions｜Explore Anping’s Historic Charm

The Eternal Golden Castle sits near Anping Fort (Fort Zeelandia), Anping Tree House, Anping Old Street, Tait & Co. Merchant House, and the Sunset Platform—easy to combine into a full-day itinerary. Photographers should not miss the golden light on the old walls and moat reflections in the late afternoon.

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Charter Recommendation｜Explore Anping’s Historic Sites with Ease

Anping’s sights are spread across the district. A charter service offers door-to-door transport, flexible itineraries, family-friendly convenience, and accessibility support—saving time and effort.

Suggested route:
Eternal Golden Castle ➜ Anping Fort ➜ Anping Tree House ➜ Sunset Platform ➜ Shennong Street ➜ Confucius Temple Cultural Zone

Book a charter tour today and let a professional driver guide you through Anping’s cultural corridor!

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Visitor Information

• Address: No. 3, Guangzhou Rd., Anping District, Tainan City

• Hours: Daily 08:30 – 17:30

• Admission: Full ticket NT$70 / Concession NT$35 (students, seniors, military/police); free for Tainan City residents with ID

• Suggested visit: 1–1.5 hours

• Highlights: Hourly cannon-firing on holidays; swan boats on the moat (subject to on-site notice)

• Best for: Families, history enthusiasts, photographers, couples

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History is more than words in a textbook. Visit the Eternal Golden Castle, walk the heritage trails, and see the past with your own eyes. On your next trip to Tainan, start your journey through time at this red fortress!

 

 

Benefits of Charter Tours

1. Flexible itinerary, arranged your way

   • Unlike public transport or self-driving, a charter lets you choose sights, stop times, and route order freely.

   • No bus or train schedules—travel on your own terms.
      

2. Professional drivers—no transport worries

   • Drivers who know local roads plan the best routes and avoid traffic and detours.

   • No parking hassles—the driver arranges convenient pick-up and drop-off points.
      

3. Ideal for families, seniors, and groups

   • No dragging luggage or changing vehicles—perfect for trips with children and elders.

   • Multiple vehicle sizes—5-seater, 7-seater, 9-seater—flexible for your group size.
      

4. Comfort and safety for a better trip

   • Your private vehicle stays clean and comfortable throughout the journey.

   • Rest and recharge anytime on the road, without the fatigue of constant transfers.