HeritagePhoto Wikimedia CommonsHoutong Cat Village
Taiwan
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8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Houtong Cat Village
Welcome to Houtong, a small, riverside town nestled deep within the lush valleys of Ruifang. The name 'Houtong' literally translates to 'Monkey Cave,' hinting at the area's wild past. …
Listen in the app2The Houtong Train Station and Cat Bridge
Our journey begins at the historic Houtong Train Station. Even before you exit the platform, the town's feline dedication is apparent; cat motifs, statues, and safety warnings decorate every surface. …
Listen in the app3The Hillside Cat Village
Exiting the bridge, we step into the residential Cat Village. The architecture here is characterized by old, rural brick houses clinging to the steep hillside, evoking a deep sense of mid-century nostalgia. …
Listen in the app4Cafe Street
Ascending to the highest tier of the village, we reach 'Cafe Street.' This narrow pathway is lined with charming, independently run coffee shops, many offering gorgeous, elevated views of the Keelung River valley below. Each cafe…
Listen in the app5The Ruisan Coal Dressing Plant
Descending back to the station level and crossing the tracks, we confront Houtong's industrial ghost: the colossal ruins of the Ruisan Coal Dressing Plant. Built alongside the Keelung River, this three-story concrete and steel…
Listen in the app6The Coal Transportation Bridge
Connected directly to the third floor of the coal dressing plant is the spectacular Coal Transportation Bridge, which spans the Keelung River. Historically, this high bridge was used by mine carts to transport raw coal from the…
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Our final historical exploration takes us up the '100 Order Stairs' on the far side of the river, deep into the forest, to find the remnants of the Houtong Shrine. Built during the Japanese colonial era, this Shinto shrine was…
Listen in the app8Houtong Cat Village
Our tour of Houtong is complete. This town is a remarkable case study in survival and reinvention. …
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What is Houtong Cat Village?
Houtong Cat Village is a place in Taiwan with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Taiwan |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 25.0869, 121.8274 |
| Last updated |