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The "Former Qing Dynasty Tamsui Customs Officer's Residence," also known as the "Little White House," was built in 1862 and has a history of over a hundred years. It gets its name from its striking Spanish-style white exterior. Located in the former "Cannon Platform" area, it is situated at the second highest point from the Tamsui River estuary. In the 1860s, when Tamsui opened up to foreign trade, this area became the primary location for foreigners to conduct business, trade, and reside in Tamsui. Many exotic buildings were constructed during that time, and the Little White House is one of them, belonging to the category of colonial-style architecture. Characteristics of colonial-style architecture include elevated foundations, Verandahs (cooling corridors) similar to arcades on all sides, floor-to-ceiling doors and windows, and chimneys. Locals have the habit of naming Western-style buildings based on their exterior colors. Since the Former Qing Dynasty Tamsui Customs Officer's Residence was painted white both inside and out, it was affectionately referred to as the "Little White House" by locals. When visiting the Little White House, one must see the neatly arranged "semi-circular archway." When sunlight shines down, the white building appears even more elegant and tidy. This simple Spanish white stucco corridor architecture is extremely popular among photography enthusiasts and is a top choice for wedding photography. The observation deck in the garden offers a panoramic view of the Tamsui River scenery, while the interior exhibits the history of the residence and photos of the Tamsui area from the past. The overall building uses white as its base color, paired with an orange roof, which stands out against the blue sky. The circular corridor design adds a touch of romantic ambiance.