"Asia's First International Art Village Themed Around Drum Music" #TenDrumsRenTangCulturalCreativePark-RenDeDistrict, Tainan City
#January Getaways 2026 Located in Rende District, Tainan, Ten Drum Cultural Village is hailed as one of Taiwan's most successful industrial heritage revitalization projects. Originally the "Cheluqian Sugar Factory" established during the Japanese occupation, it was taken over by the renowned Ten Drum Percussion Group after years of disuse and abandonment. The cold steel factory has been transformed into a magical park combining international percussion performances, industrial heritage aesthetics, and extreme sports experiences.
1. Visual Stunning: Steampunk Industrial Aesthetics Upon entering Ten Drum, the first thing that catches the eye is the towering century-old chimney. The park preserves complete sugar-making equipment, gears, and conveyor belts, incorporating numerous transparent glass walkways and futuristic lighting.
Five Elements Sacred Mountain: Connecting old sugar tanks and factory buildings to form an aerial walkway reminiscent of "Castle in the Sky," the entire park transforms into a magical scene from a movie when illuminated at night.
Honey Bridge Cafe: Converted from a giant "discarded molasses jar," its spiral staircase and natural light streaming in from the ceiling make it the most elegant corner of the park.
2. Soul Core: A Sensory-Shocking Percussion Performance A visit to Ten Drum is incomplete without a performance by the Ten Drum Percussion Ensemble: Dream Sugar Theater: Set inside an old sugar factory, the theater features a transparent floor beneath the audience where the massive sugar-making gears are clearly visible.
Performance Highlights: Combining local Taiwanese culture, natural imagery, and powerful drumbeats, along with sound and light effects and an industrial-style backdrop, this internationally acclaimed live performance, nominated for multiple Grammy and Independent Music Awards, delivers an incredibly powerful auditory experience.
3. Challenge for the Brave: An Extreme Amusement Park in an Old Factory Ten Drum has made the most of abandoned spaces, developing several facilities that will thrill young people: Chimney Slide: Once the tallest indoor transparent slide in Asia, offering a thrilling descent from several stories high.
On the Road to Heaven: Walk along the top of the factory on a completely transparent glass walkway, offering stunning views of the Chimei Museum and Tiger Mountain Forest.
Extreme Experiences: Includes the "Hell Descent," the "Soaring Over the Hive" zipline, and the courage-testing "Sugar Crystal Drop."
4. 2026 Magic Theme: Harry Potter Style and Bookish Atmosphere
In recent years, the park has also created highly talked-about art spaces: Magic Factory: Book walls reminiscent of Hogwarts, flying books suspended in mid-air, combined with the heavy texture of the old factory, have become a popular photo spot on social media.
Visitor Information and Guides
Location: No. 326, Section 2, Wenhua Rd., Rende Dist., Tainan City (near Baoan Station and Chimei Museum)
Best Time to Enter: Recommended around 3 PM, allowing you to simultaneously enjoy the industrial atmosphere during the day, catch a prime-time performance, and save the stunning night view.
Ticket Recommendation: Includes a percussion performance; it is strongly recommended to check the performance schedule (usually 10:30 AM and 3:00 PM). Nighttime Only: If you're on a budget or sensitive to the heat, you can purchase a "Nighttime Starlight Ticket" to experience a romantic lighting experience completely different from the daytime.
Conclusion: A Living Industrial Museum. The Ten Drum Sugar Creative Park successfully proves that "old buildings don't need to be demolished to have a new life." It's not just a playground for children, but also a secret haven for adults seeking artistic inspiration and relaxation. Here, the sweetness of sugar disappears, replaced by the rhythm of drums and the fragrance of creativity.