From Colonial Relic to Urban Landmark: The Past and Present of Qiqihar's Old Telegraph Building

From Colonial Relic to Urban Landmark: The Past and Present of Qiqihar's Old Telegraph Building The former site of Qiqihar's Puppet Manchukuo Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (Old Telegraph Building), constructed in 1936, served as a crucial communication hub in Northeast China during the 1930s and stands as a significant historical witness to Japan's invasion of China. Designed in the shape of a warship, its architecture combines functionality with the characteristics of its era. As the core facility of the western Manchuria communication network at the time, it was equipped with advanced telephone exchange equipment, reflecting the technological advancements of that specific historical period. Now designated as a municipal-level cultural heritage site, it's noteworthy that this building still partially serves communication functions today. Standing at a high point in the city, it overlooks the city's rise and fall and the passage of time.