Wanli District

Wanli District is a coastal administrative area in northeastern Taiwan with rocky shores, rolling hills, and several beaches facing the Taiwan Strait. The terrain rises gradually inland from the waterfront, creating a landscape where settlements nestle among natural features.

The area came under Spanish and Dutch control before Koxinga's forces landed here in 1661 to challenge Dutch rule. This military campaign proved pivotal in reshaping regional power and the territories that followed.

Temples throughout the district anchor local spiritual life with regular ceremonies and gatherings rooted in tradition. Fishing communities maintain their connection to the sea through practices that shape how people here relate to the coast.

Bus routes link the district regularly to central New Taipei, running from early morning until late evening. Plan your visits outside major holiday periods to encounter fewer crowds and move around more freely.

The district holds Cape Yeliu, a geological site where rocks naturally shaped by wind and water over millennia resemble human figures and familiar objects. One formation looks like a crowned head, attracting visitors who enjoy spotting these accidental likenesses.

Location: New Taipei

Elevation above the sea: 268 m

Shares border with: Qidu District, Xizhi District, Jinshan District, Shilin District, Anle District

Website: http://wanli.ntpc.gov.tw

GPS coordinates: 25.16750,121.63944

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:06