Hoping Island

Hoping Island was called Liao Island in the past. The Hoping Bridge connects the island to Keelung City.

In 1626, the Spanish army built castles, churches and fortresses on the island, preparing to do business with China and Japan. The castle on the southwest is called San Salvador, the saint savior. This is the first and currently the only castle in Keelung.

During the Spanish occupation, Hoping Island had busy trading activities with Southeast Asia. After the Second World War, the island was renamed Hoping Island. Today, it is a famous tourist attraction.

Hoping Island is perfect for diving and sea fishing. With years of erosion by the wind and sea, the eroded rocks have formed special shapes along the coasts. The Keelung City Government has made Hoping Island a coastal park with swimming pool, tour track, and tourism service center serving food and beverages.