Port of Keelung, Maritime hub in Keelung City, Taiwan
Port of Keelung spreads across several city districts on Taiwan's northern coast and serves as a key hub for cargo and passenger vessels. The facility features multiple piers, warehouses, and a large basin protected from the open sea by offshore breakwaters.
Chinese authorities officially opened the bay to international maritime commerce in the late 19th century. Japanese engineers later expanded the docks and built breakwaters to accommodate larger vessels.
The port carries a name that means "foundation stone," referring to the mountainous terrain enclosing the bay. Around the facility's neighborhoods stand temples and shrines devoted to sea deities, visited by crews before journeys.
Visitors can explore the port area on foot, with viewpoints on surrounding hills offering an overview of the facility. Proximity to the train station allows direct access without a car.
The facility recorded an event in 1947 when unrest broke out, becoming part of a nationwide uprising against the government at the time. This occurrence is now recognized as a turning point in Taiwan's post-war history.
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