Wugu District


Wugu District is a suburban district in the western part of New Taipei City in northern Taiwan. It has an area of 34.86 km² and a population of 82,255 people.

History

In the 19th century the area was known as Go-ko-khi. Until the 25 December 2010 creation of New Taipei, Wugu was a rural township in the former Taipei County.
Notorious Kuomintang general Chen Yi was interred in Wugu following his execution.

Tourist attractions

Wugu is served by the Zhongshan Freeway and Provincial Highway No. 64 expressway.

Notable natives