At 13 Hongxing Road, Xiling District, Yichang City, the former office building of the British - owned Taikoo Steamship Company stands quietly. It is like a silent historical chronicle, quietly recounting the bygone years.This is a typical European - style building, composed of the main building and an annex. The annex is located at the south- west corner of the main building. It is a two - story brick - and - concrete structure. The two are connected by a balustraded overpass between the side walls on the second floor.The building was initially constructed in 1918. After a large - scale renovation in October 2005, it has weathered the passage of time and remains in excellent condi- tion. With its unique charm, it continues to draw people's attention, becoming a distinctive historical and cultural landmark in Yichang City, bearing witness to the city's development and transformation.