Miaoli Hakka Round House (客家圓樓)
Date Captured
Camera
DC-S5M2
Lens
LUMIX S 20-60mm F3.5-5.6
Aperture
ƒ / 8
Shutter Speed
1/500 sec
Focal Length
22.0 mm
ISO
100
Exposure Value
15.0 EV

Constructed by the county government of Miaoli to promote tourism in 2014. The design is inspired by Zhenchenglou (振成樓), a Fujian tulou (土樓), which served a defensive function in China. Such buildings were never built in Taiwan, prompting criticism from the public, especially since two historic kilns were demolished to make way for it. The building now houses Hakka cultural exhibitions but has been criticized for lacking authentic local connection. It is located adjacent to Miaoli HSR station.

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Series: Northern Taiwan Ride 2025-2026

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