Former Tait & Co. Merchant House — Attraction in Tainan

Former Colonial quarters for workers n offices, somewhat akin to the Asian version of the British colonization of Asia through its British East India company which had its outposts in South East Asia n India. The Tak Kee company was a foreign entity corporation predominantly Dutch incorporated. Today the “ruins” are duly preserved n the overgrown roots n branches which permeate the entire structure add a historical ambiance to this Iconic Treehouse. Walking through the ruins n at the treetop levels/air walk gives one’s a clear elevated view of the entire main building. There are also conducted tours which give a running dialogue of the history of the quarters n the many artefacts on display inside. There is also a calligraphy section of the annex (side building) to the main building where one can try water calligraphy n also see the wonderful display of calligraphy techniques. As is usual for most historical sites in Tainan cost of entry is negligible n it’s definitely a most worthwhile visit. There’s ample parking nearby within clear walking distance and many outlets for food n snacks. A very Instagramable site with colonial structures n nature/tree tops walk/wild roots etc - thumbs...

What an interesting experience. Trying to describe it would be taking away from it. The trees and roots are so trippy. Going with a resident of Taiwan, we were told that initially the residents around that house thought it to be haunted as a species of plant acts as a parasitic plant to the original tree that stood there. The parasite plant fed on the tree until ut grew roots and you'll see when you go, in some areas has completely taken over the plants territory.

When we went, there was also a frog exhibition taking place with boards displaying different species of frogs. I personally feel the exhibition takes away from the experience of nature taking over the old architecture as the exhibition is too artificial and does not blend into the nature. Artificial sounds of frogs were playing in the background.

There are many restaurants and tea shops around the area which makes it great for the hotter days (basically 10 months of the year)

Overall worth...

If I could give 0 star I would.

If you have anyone that's handicapped don't bother coming here. The ticket booth said it's free and anyone above 65 is free. They don't accept foreign documents. The lady threw back our passport and demanded Taiwanese documents. They only want Taiwanese documentation. The ticket both lady said we're fine but the lady at the door won't budge and kept screaming at us in Mandarin. We spoke to her in Mandarin so she understood and she cussed at us. Maybe we all should speak in English...

We aren't seeking a discount... If you need us to buy more tickets let us know nicely. The disrespect from the door lady is...