Songshan Station - History

History

  • October 20, 1891: Opened as "Xikou Train Wharf". During Japanese rule, it was changed to "Xikou Train Place".
  • 1920: Along with the surrounding area's name being changed to "Songshan" (Matsuyama), the station became known as "Songshan Station" (Matsuyama-eki).
  • March 30, 1936: Songshan Airport Line (until May 1, 1966 Songshan Power Station Line) begins operation from Songshan Station to Taipei Songshan Airport.
  • January 1, 1955: The station became a second-class train station.
  • 1976: Songshan Airport Line service ceases.
  • August 15, 1985: Ceased freight services besides those of Taini.
  • July 15, 1986: New station building opens.
  • July 1, 1987: The station became a first-class train station.
  • September 20, 1991: Since railroad lines were being moved underground, Taini moved its freight cargo services over to Nangang.
  • July 28, 2003: With construction to move railroad lines underground, the temporary station opened for service.
  • September 21, 2008: The new underground station opened for service. All railway lines through the station are moved to underground platforms.
  • December 29, 2009: With the opening of the ticketing counter at the new underground station, the temporary station closes.

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