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Cieding District, Administrative district in Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Qieding District extends across 15.76 square kilometers of coastal land, containing fifteen distinct villages and maintaining an elevation of 2 meters above sea level.

The district transformed from a rural township in Kaohsiung County to an official district of Kaohsiung City on December 25, 2010, marking a significant administrative change.

The name Qieding derives from the Makattao aboriginal language, referring to an area rich in fish, reflecting the deep connection to maritime traditions.

The district houses 29,098 residents distributed among 10,707 households, with essential facilities including the Hsinta Power Plant serving the energy requirements.

The Jiading Wetlands within the district create a specialized environment for local biodiversity, supporting both ecological preservation and environmental research initiatives.

Location: Kaohsiung

Elevation above the sea: 2 m

Shares border with: Hunei District, Yongan District, Luzhu District, South District

Website: https://cheting-en.kcg.gov.tw

GPS coordinates: 22.90679,120.18260

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:03

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