228 Peace Memorial Park is dedicated to the victims of the February 28 massacre of antigovernmental protestors not long after the KMT took control of Taiwan, and features a large memorial. The National Taiwan Museum also sits at the entrance to the park. Located in downtown Taipei, it is easily accessible, and you can spend an entire afternoon here. It is definitely worth a visit on your next trip to Taipei.
Background: What is now 228 Peace Memorial Park was established in 1900 by the Japanese as Taihoku New Park near the then Governer General's Office (currently the Taiwan Presidential Office). A radio station was also established on the premises, as well as National Taiwan Museum. The National Taiwan Museum was originally established in 1908 to commemorate the opening of the north-south railway in Taiwan and began with over 10,000 items related to Taiwan's academia, art, and industry. A Newer building was later built to house the collection in 1915. After the ROC took over Taiwan, it was known as the Taiwan Provincial Museum until 1999 when it changed its name to the National Taiwan Museum. It is the only museum established during the Japanese era that still stands today. The museum also underwent renovations in 2017. The museum has four areas: the main National Taiwan Museum (which is the focus of this blog), the Land Bank Exhibition Hall, Nanmen Park, and Railway Department Park. In the future, the Monopoly Bureau and the Mitsui Bussan Company Building will be added. After the KMT took over Taiwan, the park was renamed Taipei New Park. As part of the 228 antigovernmental protests, protesters took control of the radio station in the park and began to broadcast accusations against the KMT government. The radio station was taken back, and a brutal crackdown ensued. As part of the 228 incident, over 18,000 Taiwanese people were killed. As Taiwan moved toward democracy in the 1900's, the Taipei City Government renamed the park 228 Peace Memorial Park, and a memorial monument was placed inside the park. Now the park is a popular spot for recreation and exercise for local residents. Hours: 24/7 Price: Free National Taiwan Museum: 30 NT per person. You can book for a discount on Klook here or a museum combo ticket on KKday here. Tours: You can book a tour of Taipei on Tripadvisor here, KKday here or Klook here. Hotels in Taipei: We have stayed at and recommend the Yuanshan Grand Hotel, once the tallest building in Taiwan and still the most grand (book on Booking.com here, Tripadvisor here, or Agoda here). We have stayed at and also recommend Fu Chang Hotel in Ximending, which is within walking distance of Ximending shopping district (book on Booking.com here, Tripadvisor here, or Agoda here). Looking for a hotel? We recommend booking through Booking.com here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation in Taiwan. Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here. How to get there: By MRT: The closest MRT station is NTU Hospital Station, and is about a 5 minute walk from the museum. It is also about a ten minute walk from Taipei Main Station. You can also book an MRT travel pass on Klook here. By Car/Scooter: Driving or taking a scooter there can be hard because there is limited paid parking nearby. Looking for scooter rental in Taipei? You can search on Klook here or KKday here to search for options. You can also check out our scooter rental guide here. If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search Qeeq here, Klook here, or KKday here. You can also check out our car rental guide here. By Bicycle: Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan's landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can use Taiwan's many Youbike sharing stations, or search for rentals on KKday here, and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. You can also book a Sunset Riverside Bike Ride and Historical Tour, 4 Hour Cycling in Taipei, Ultimate 8-Hour Cycling City Tour, or Taipei City Bike Tour with Night Market Experience on TripAdvisor here. For more information, check out our Taiwan transportation guide here. Our Journey: I have been to 228 peace memorial park many times. It is right in the middle of downtown Taipei and easy to get to, and is a nice break from the bustle of the city. 
View of the Taiwan Presidential Building near the park.
The Taiwan Presidential Office building is the office for all presidents of Taiwan, past and present. One of the many historical buildings in Taipei, it is a beautiful Japanese era brick building, with a built-in museum inside. It is open for tours to the public on weekdays, and is definitely worth a visit...(read more) Price: Free! Check out our full guide to the Taiwan Presidential Office building here. 
The Taiwan National Museum sits at the front of the park.
The National Taiwan Museum is the oldest and one of the best in the country and focuses on the natural, geological, and human history of Taiwan. Located in downtown Taipei, it is easily accessible, and you can spend an entire afternoon here. It is definitely worth a visit on your next trip to Taipei...(read more) Price: 30 NT per person. You can book for a discount on Klook here or a museum combo ticket on KKday here. Check out our full blog on the National Taiwan Museum here. 
View from the second floor of the museum.
Map of the park.
Trees near the back of the museum.
Stone gate near the museum.
Grassy areas.
More paths and trees.
"Peace" spelled in different languages.
View of the pavilion and ponds from behind the museum.
Stone mills behind the museum.
View of the pond and pavilion in the park.
Closeup of the pavilion.
Another view of the pavilion.
More grassy areas further in the park.
View looking back at the other side of the pond.
This is the 228 Memorial Monument designed by Cheng Tzu Tsai, who was imprisoned for attempted murder. The monument is dedicated to lasting peace in Taiwan.
Amphitheater in the park.
More grassy areas.
More shady areas.
Stone bridge and small pond on the south side.
Another view of the museum above the pond.
Old trains on display here.
Nearby you can see the Control Yuan Building.
If you go further down the street, you will come across NTU Hospital, another beautiful Japanese era building which dates to 1912. This is the older wing of NTU hospital, which is attached to a more modern building next door.
You can book tickets to the National Taiwan Museum for a discount on Klook here or a museum combo ticket on KKday here. You can also look for more activities in Taipei such as Rock Climbing, Surfing, Speedboat Surfing, Diving, Snorkeling, Cooking Class, Glamping, Motorcycling, and more on Klook here, KKday here, or Tripadvisor here. Check out our Taipei Museum Guide here. Check out our family and kids guide to Taipei here. Also be sure to check out our guide to Taipei here. You can also check out our full travel guide to Taiwan here.
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