Wushi Harbor Explained

Wushi Harbor
烏石漁港
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Location:Toucheng, Yilan County, Taiwan
Coordinates:24.8678°N 121.8377°W
Opened:1826
Type:harbor

The Wushi Harbor is a harbor in Toucheng Township, Yilan County, Taiwan.

History

The harbor was inaugurated in 1826.[1] It used to be the commercial hub for cargo ships entering and leaving the area during Qing Dynasty. In 19th century, there has been many sedimentation on the harbor seabed. With addition to the opening of Yilan Line railway, the harbor became less popular. After the year 2000, the Executive Yuan designated the harbor area as park and cultural zone.

Destinations

Architecture

The harbor features tourist information center, fish market etc.[3] The Lanyang Museum is also located nearby the area.

Transportation

The harbor is accessible within walking distance north of Toucheng Station of Taiwan Railways.[2] It is also accessible by bus from Taipei by taking Kuo-Kuang bus 1877 arriving in front of Wushi Port.[4]

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Wushigang Harbor. Guide to Taipei. 4 July 2021.
  2. Web site: Wushi Harbor. roundTAIWANround. 4 July 2021.
  3. Web site: GO!GO!Whale-Watching!. whalewatching.org.tw. 2017-10-29.
  4. Web site: Wushigang Beach, Wai'ao - Surfing Spot (烏石港, 外澳). Guide to Taipei.com.