Fort San Domingo

Fort San Domingo, located in New Taipei City’s Tamsui District, has been a significant structure for nearly 400 years. Originally a strategic base for Spanish, Dutch, and Chinese interests, it later served as a British consulate. The fort, with its striking vermillion hue, and the adjacent red-brick consular residence, stand as enduring symbols of Taiwan’s colonial history. Today, visitors can explore these well-preserved buildings, gaining insight into the diverse cultural influences that have shaped the region over the centuries.