Anping Small Fort
The Anping Small Fort (Chinese: 安平小砲臺; pinyin: Ānpíng Xiǎo Pàotái) is a former fort in Anping District, Tainan, Taiwan.[1]
| Anping Small Fort | |
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安平小砲臺 | |
| Anping, Tainan, Taiwan | |
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  Anping Small Fort Taiwan | |
| Coordinates | 22°59′58.3″N 120°09′30.9″E |
| Type | Fort |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1841 |
History
The fort was built to prevent the invasion from British Empire during the Opium War. It was built by Yao Ying (Chinese: 姚瑩) in 1841.[2]
Architecture
The fort represents the latest period of Chinese old style.
Opening time
The fort is open everyday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. free of charge.
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References
- Elf0724. "Anping Small Fort, Tainan City, Taiwan". Dreamstime.
- "Anping District Office,Tainan City Internet Server Website". tnanping.gov.tw.
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