Brew a pot of tea and step into Chinese-style architecture:: Floral Tea Hall

During the 2010 Taipei International Flora Exposition, the most easily accessible pavilion was the Floral Tea Hall in Xinyi Park. Its predecessor was the widely familiar “Lin An-Tai Ancient House,” a traditional Min-style Chinese quadrangle courtyard building with a rigorous layout and elegant carvings. Since its relocation to Binjiang Street, it has stood quietly here, representing the most intact ancient house structure in Taipei with over 200 years of history.

Stepping into the Floral Tea Hall complex and walking along the winding path, visitors will encounter red-brick red-tile buildings and the picturesque Moon Eyebrow Pond—true to its name—as if entering an ancient life scene from the Qing Dynasty. The garden features secluded bamboo paths and seasonal fragrant plants as landscaping elements, allowing the public to experience the varying beauty of the four seasons, blending poetry with scenery. Moreover, guests can take a brief rest amid the ancient house and garden while savoring tea, immersing themselves in the refined and elegant charm of a traditional Chinese garden.

The static displays within the Floral Tea Hall preserve cultural relics related to the traditional ancestral worship customs of southern Fujian people, and also offer introduction services about the origin and architectural design of the ancient house. In addition, the venue regularly hosts literary and artistic events such as poetry recitals, Chinese painting and calligraphy sessions, and tea ceremonies, accompanied by traditional performances. Tea art experts are invited to give on-site explanations of floral tea art, providing visitors with a taste of refined elegance.