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Keelung City

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Keelung City

Keelung is a port city located in the northernmost part of Taiwan. The city offers a unique experience with its Keelung Night Market, which is known as one of the best night markets in Taiwan. One of them is Miaokou Night Market. Here, you can taste traditional food, buy local goods, and eat fresh seafood!

The city is also surrounded by mountains and beaches, making for plenty of natural attractions to visit. Located 45 minutes away from Taipei by train, Keelung attracts many tourists for a short visit, but you can also enjoy the charm of Keelung for more than a day.

Keelung is famous as the main gateway for cruise ships and goods entering Taiwan. Because of this position, Keelung has a long history and has left behind many historical buildings, especially historical forts in the harbor area, such as Ershawan Fort and Dawulun Fort.

The city is also often dubbed as the "Rain City" due to its high rainfall that provides fresh air all year round. You can visit the city anytime!

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Trains are an efficient way to explore Keelung. With tickets costing around 20-40 TWD, travelers can reach various destinations, including Keelung Night Market and Maritime Plaza.

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Keelung has a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy. Exploring the nightlife at Miaokou Night Market is one of Keelung's must-do experiences. Here, travelers can sample a variety of market snacks such as Gua Bao (pork buns), crab noodles, and other fresh seafood.

Other attractions in Keelung include Zhengbin Fishing Harbor, where colorful buildings create a cheerful atmosphere. Seeing the fishing boats go by and experiencing the daily life of the harbor is a unique experience.

If you've come to enjoy Keelung's night view, the best place to do so is from Zhongzheng Park. For a cultural and historical experience, the Keelung Maritime Museum is an interesting destination. Also, don't miss the Guanyinshan National Scenic Area, which offers natural scenery and a great view of the city from a height.

How to get to Keelung Taiwan?

Visiting Keelung City from Taipei is easy as there are many transportation options to choose from. The most efficient option is by train. From Taipei North Railway Station, the trip to Keelung City takes 1 hour and costs 50 TWD to 70 TWD.

A more affordable alternative is to take the bus. There are various routes to Keelung City from bus terminals in Taipei. With ticket prices ranging from 50 TWD to 100 TWD, you'll arrive in 1.5 hours,

There are also taxi options that can be accessed from various parts of Taipei to get to Keelung City. Well-connected roads with tolls from both cities make the travel time by taxi or rental car short, at 45-60 minutes. However, the cost is slightly more expensive compared to public transportation, at around 1,200 TWD to 1,500 TWD.

Keelung has exciting night markets for tourists, especially at Miaokou Night Market. Here, the city comes alive, full of colorful lights, and the aroma of traditional and specialty foods floats around. The night market in Keelung is a must-visit place to sample the local specialties that are not to be missed, such as grilled crab which is so tender, and fish soup which is so delicious.

A night in Keelung is an unforgettable night for tourists, especially for foodies. Not only is the food delicious, but the atmosphere of the night market is bustling and very lively. So, if you're going to Keelung, it's a must to visit the night market for an unforgettable culinary experience!

What is the history of Keelung City?

Keelung, formerly called "Ke-lâng" or chicken cage, has a long history dating back to the 17th century under Spanish and Dutch influence. In 1863, under the Qing Dynasty, Keelung developed into a major port in Taiwan. Keelung Port has grown rapidly since 1961 and became the world's seventh-largest port in 1984. Today, Keelung focuses on developing its tourism industry.

Taiwan's indigenous tribe, the Ketagalan, is the city's original inhabitants. To learn about their culture, you can visit the Ketagalan Cultural Center in Beitou, Taipei. Keelung has the Mandarin name Jilong. This name change evolved and changed over time.

During the Japanese rule, Keelung developed into the third-largest port in Taiwan. The Keelung Night Market, now known as the best in Taiwan, was originally held during this time. Despite being a separate city, Keelung is incorporated into the "Taipei-New Taipei City-Keelung Metropolitan Area," becoming one of the largest population centers in Taiwan.

Visiting Heping Island from Keelung City is easy due to its close location. There is Heping Bridge and Sheliao Bridge that connect these two areas. You can use public transportation such as bus route 101 to visit Heping Island Park.

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