Keelung Mountain Introduction
Keelung Mountain is located in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, with an elevation of 588 meters, making it one of Taiwan's minor peaks. Keelung Mountain is a conical extinct volcano and is part of the Keelung volcanic group, characterized by intrusive volcanic terrain. The mountain stands tall and independent, and due to its proximity to the East Sea, it has historically served as an important landmark for sailors to identify their position at sea. It also serves as the boundary mountain between the settlements of Jiufen and Jinguashi. The picturesque shape of the water, gold, and Jiufen landmarks resembles ridges when viewed from the front and peaks when viewed from the side. From different angles, Keelung Mountain presents diverse beautiful sceneries: viewed from the sea, its shape resembles a chicken coop, hence the old name "Chicken Coop Mountain"; viewed from the side, it looks like a pregnant woman lying horizontally, giving it the elegant name "Big Belly Beauty Mountain"; when viewed from Ruijin Road, it appears similar to Mount Fuji, earning it the moniker "Keelung Fuji Mountain." Overlooking the million-dollar night view of the mountain city, Keelung Mountain is located near Jiufen Old Street and is a popular hiking destination. The mountain trail leading to the summit consists entirely of stairways, and there are two pavilions along the trail for hikers to rest. Once at the top, visitors can enjoy a 360-degree unobstructed view of Jiufen, Jinguashi, and the northern coastline. Ascending the mountain at dusk also allows one to appreciate the million-dollar scenery as Jiufen and Jinguashi transform into a golden mountain city illuminated by the twilight.
