Xiangshan District, Hsinchu
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Xiangshan District (Chinese: 香山區; pinyin: Xiāngshān Qū) or Siangshan District is a district in southwest Hsinchu City, Taiwan. It is the largest district of the three districts in Hsinchu City.
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History
Xiangshan District was originally a township of Hsinchu County. On 1 July 1982, the area was incorporated to the newly formed Hsinchu City as a district.
Geography
- Area: 54.85 km²
- Population: 76,836 people (January 2016)
Economy
It is most well known locally for the Hsiangshan Industrial Park and for having the major portion of Hsinchu City's "17km Scenic Coastline" boardwalk.
Education
It is also home to three of Hsinchu's private universities: Chung Hua University, Yuanpei University and Hsuan Chuang University.
Tourist attractions
- Haishan Fishing Port
- Hsiangshan Wetland Natural Park
- Jincheng Lake Bird Watching Zone
- Seafront Scenic Area at Kangnan
Transportation
- TRA Xiangshan Station
- Local buses connect Xiangshan district to other parts of Hsinchu city, Inter-city buses also provide transport to Taipei, Taichung and Banqiao.
Notable natives
- Lin Chih-chien, Mayor of Hsinchu City
See also
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External links
- Siangshan District Office, Hsinchu City (English)
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Districts of Hsinchu
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