Keelung Port, the second largest port in the Democratic Republic of China, is located northeast of the island of Taiwan. Keelung is located close to Taipei, the capital, which is the main attraction of the region. In Keelung, the atmosphere of the Miaokou Night Market will charm you.
Keelung (Taipei) Taiwan
Useful Information
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Weather
| Month | Temperature (Celsius)Temperature (Fahrenheit) | Precipitations |
|---|---|---|
Minimum Average Maximum | (mminch) | |
| January | 1456 1559 1762 | 1967.75 |
| February | 1457 1660 1864 | 1817.25 |
| March | 1660 1763 1967 | 1686.50 |
| April | 1966 2169 2373 | 1445.75 |
| May | 2271 2474 2578 | 1646.50 |
| June | 2476 2679 2882 | 1556.00 |
| July | 2678 2781 2985 | 1114.25 |
| August | 2578 2781 2984 | 1897.50 |
| September | 2475 2678 2781 | 1987.75 |
| October | 2271 2373 2475 | 2138.50 |
| November | 1966 2068 2271 | 1977.75 |
| December | 1559 1762 1864 | 1827.25 |
Where is located the Port of Keelung Cruise Terminal
The port is located in the center of Keelung. It’s possible to reach the Miaokou Night Market on foot. Train and bus stations are also very close to the port.Travelling around the Keelung (Taipei) Cruise Port
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Keelung Train Station is an 8-minute walk across the basin. From here you can reach Taipei in about 45 to 50 minutes.
Once in Taipei, you can either walk or take the subway to the attractions you want to visit.
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Buses depart to Taipei from Maritime Plaza. Departures are every 10 to 20 minutes and the journey time is about 50 minutes depending on traffic.
Once in Taipei, a hop-on hop-off tourist bus allows you to visit the city’s attractions.
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Activities in Keelung (Taipei)
Neighborhoods
Keelung Night Market
If you stay overnight in Keelung, this night market is near the cruise terminal.
Landmarks
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial
This impressive monument is located in the heart of Taipei. Through its exhibitions you will learn about Chiang Kai-shek’s life and you will discover the history of Taiwan.
Taipei 101
The symbol of Taipei City, this 508-meter building has a unique architecture. The skyscraper is part of the select club of the largest buildings in the world. The observatory on the 89th floor will allow you to have a panoramic view of the city.
Lung Shan Temple
This Buddhist temple built in 1738 is the oldest in Taiwan and is dedicated to the goddess of compassion.
Martyr’s shrine
This Taipei shrine is dedicated to the memory of the men who fell in battles for the Republic of China during the Civil War. Don’t miss the changing of the guard ceremony every hour between 9a.m. and 5p.m.
Confucius Temple
A replica of the oldest Confucius temple built in the birthplace of Confucius in Shandong Province, China. Taipei’s Confucius Temple was completed in 1939.
Baoan Temple
Ce temple est situé tout près du temple de Confusius. Le temple aurait été complété en 1830, mais la présence d’un temple sur ce site remonte à 1760. Ce temple arbore de magnifiques sculptures de bois, dont de magnifiques dragons.
Museums
National Palace Museum
The museum with the largest collection of Chinese art. Originally, the museum was in Beijing, but was moved to southern China in 1933 to avoid the damage of the threat of Japanese invasion. Subsequently, in 1948, at the beginning of the civil war between nationalists and communists, 600,000 objects were moved to Taiwan. The museum is known for its jade collection.
Lin An-Tai Old Homestead
One of the last traditional houses in Taiwan.
Nature
Yehliu Park
On the north coast of Taiwan, this park is spectacular. Its rock formations eaten by the sea sometimes resemble heads, sometimes flower pots. You can also walk the trails on a mountain near the natural sculpture beach.
Nearby
Chiufen Village
This mountainside town attracts tourists. Soak up the picturesque vibe of its narrow shopping streets where you’ll find several restaurants and shops.
