page_title: Houtong Cat Village
section_title: Features
hierarchical_section_title: Houtong Cat Village / Features
caption_attribution_description: English: Access to Keelung River near its origin is available via stairway near Houtong Cat Village.
context_page_description: The Houtong Cat Village or Houdong Cat Village is a village in Ruifang District, New Taipei, Taiwan famous for its cat population.
context_section_description: The village features shops, cafes and relaxing places for tourists.  It is also located near the origin of the Keelung River.  The pristine, green waters of the river are accessible via steps. Drivers entering the town are greeted with a sign that reads 'A lot of stray cats here. Drive slowly.' A special bridge has been constructed above the busy railway, to allow safe passage for the cats.
caption: Access to the Keelung River is available via stairway.
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