史料原文/譯文The grand opening for the Memorial for Governor-General Sakuma inside Jiaoban Mt. Park took place in 1930. Sakuma, who ruled Taiwan for 9 years, executed unbending militaristic uptake against the Atayal Tribe's fierce resistance, coyly named "Savage-Taming Operations." The locale was chosen to remember where the operation started.
The granite stone-made round base, spiraling stairs and stone-cut low walls showcase a meticulous architectural execution. The bomb-like monument suggests not only Sakuma's military background, but also his brutal colonial militarism against the Atayals. Furthermore, The marble stairs were cut into rectangular or square shapes, and stacked either parallel or perpendicularly as curved protective railing. Named "Foreigner's Stone-Cutting Skills," it follows an irregular yet orderly pattern, harboring a sophisticated and unique design.
It was torn down and replaced with the Fuxing Pavilion after the Japanese were defeated, though the platform, low walls, stairs and drainage were intact.