Ketagalan Boulevard, Central boulevard in Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan
Ketagalan Boulevard is a wide street in Taipei that stretches several hundred meters with multiple lanes in each direction for vehicle traffic. The road links major government buildings, cultural institutions, and connects to nearby parks and historical sites.
The street received its current name in 1996 to honor the Ketagalan indigenous people who lived in the Taipei region before modern settlement. Previously known by a different name, it later became a focal point for major political events in the city.
The boulevard serves as a gathering space where people gather for public assemblies and community events throughout the year. Its name honors the Ketagalan people, the original inhabitants of the Taipei region.
The boulevard is easy to walk along and provides clear views between different parts of the district. Visitors should be aware that the street can become crowded during major public events or political demonstrations.
The street hosted major political protests in the 1980s and continues to attract activists and demonstrators today. The wide open space makes it a natural meeting point for people who want to voice their concerns publicly.
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