Shenkeng District, Administrative district in New Taipei City, Taiwan
Shenkeng District spans across eight urban villages near Taipei City's Wenshan District, featuring mountain landscapes and residential neighborhoods.
The name Shenkeng, meaning deep pit, originated from the multiple coal mines that operated in the region during its early development period.
Each of the eight villages - Shenkeng, Puxin, Wanshun, Wanfu, Tuku, Laizhong, Arou, and Shenggao - maintains its own local traditions and community gatherings.
Visitors reach the district via bus routes 660, 666, 679, 795, and 819 from Muzha Station, with YouBike stations available at Tungnan University.
The district contains numerous hiking paths that were utilized by resistance fighters during Taiwan's historical periods of conflict.
Location: New Taipei
Elevation above the sea: 193 m
Shares border with: Nangang District, Wenshan District, Shiding District
Website: https://shenkeng.ntpc.gov.tw
GPS coordinates: 25.00000,121.61667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:53
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