The shipyard was initially constructed by the Nippon Kogyo Co., Ltd. during the Japanese colonial period for mining logistics.
The site originally functioned as a loading terminal for minerals extracted from the nearby Jinshan mines.
The architecture features a rare 'skeleton' style, where the collapse of exterior walls has left the structural frame fully exposed to the elements.
The ruins were designated as a Keelung City Historical Site in 2016.
It is a popular location for fashion photography and cinematic background work due to its 'post-apocalyptic' aesthetic.
The Agenna Shipyard Ruins are the exposed concrete remnants of an industrial complex located along the Heping Island harbor. Originally built by the Japanese in the early 20th century, the site served as a dockyard for loading ore onto cargo ships. After the shipyard ceased operations in the late 1980s, the structure fell into disrepair, resulting in the skeletal reinforced concrete pillars and rusted steel beams seen today. The site gained prominence following its appearance in the Marvel film 'Captain America: The First Avenger' as a filming location. It is categorized as a historical industrial ruin rather than a formal park, with access restricted by perimeter fencing to ensure visitor safety. The ruins offer a juxtaposition between the decaying industrial architecture and the surrounding marine environment.
From the sidewalk along Zhengbin Road looking across the water toward the primary concrete frame.
Stay strictly outside the perimeter fence, as the structure is unstable and hazardous.
Visit during low tide to get a better vantage point of the foundation pillars from the nearby coastal path.
Bring a wide-angle lens if you intend to photograph the full scale of the ruins.
Do not cross safety barricades or warning tapes, as the site is prone to falling debris.
Do not attempt to climb or enter the restricted ruins as they are structurally unsound and officially closed to the public.
