This is one of the few paid admission sites in Tainan. Unfortunately, the rear Wenchang Pavilion is completely inaccessible as it is undergoing full renovation. Although on the historic site of the former Fort Provintia a Dutch fort outpost built in 1653, he current Chihkan Tower was built in 1875 originally as a Sea God Temple. Much of this building is now given up to exhibition space and although mildly interesting, other working temples have much more going for them. Looking at the condition of this building, it is likely the Tower will be closed for renovation as soon as the Wenchang Pavilion is completed.

While none of the historical attractions in Tainan have budget-busting entrance fees, we were surprised at how expensive it was to get into Chikan Tower (more than the Confucius Temple) given that one of the two towers is under renovation and cut off from access. The tower that's open and the grounds surrounding it are impressive, though, and beautiful inside and out. We visited at dusk and stayed until after dark, and the lighting was beautiful. We'll be sure to visit again when there's less construction.

Known as fort provintia, ancient tower which build by dutch in Tainan. Still well maintain, when we were visiting there is renovation project. Good to see this iconic building when in Tainan. There is admission fee to enter this site