A Century of Stories
Established in 1854, the customs has a history spanning over a century, which is showcased in the museum. The collection of customs demarcation stones, uniforms, flags, and other significant objects are displayed to illustrate that the customs is closely related to the global economic and trade environment, as well as important historical events.
Customs Vessels
The customs began creating a fleet of vessels in the mid-19th century. Through a combination of artifacts, models, and interactive theaters, the exhibition area allows visitors to experience customs vessels navigating through different historical eras with compelling and daring maritime stories scattered across turbulent waves.
Lighthouse Memories
Lighthouses play a crucial role in guiding the safe navigation of ships. Lighthouse equipment such as fog cannons and white gas lamps narrate the shared memories of customs personnel who once guarded these lighthouses for centuries.
The Evolution of Customs Clearance
The customs taxation system has undergone several transformations throughout its history, while the customs procedures have been gradually simplified. Witness the progression of customs operations through the tools used in different periods, which reflect the continuous modernization of clearance procedures.
Global Customs Affairs
The Customs of the Republic of China has maintained close cooperation with other countries on customs matters. This exhibition area displays significant events, cooperation documents, and various memorabilia symbolizing the camaraderie between customs throughout these years.