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Lotus Pond
Lotus Pond is an artificial lake and popular tourist destination on the east side of Zuoying District in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Opened in 1951, it is famous for the lotus plants on the lake and the numerous temples around the lake, including the Spring and Autumn Pavilions the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas and the Confucian Temple.
Dome of Light
Situated at the Kaohsiung MRT transfer station for the Red Line and Orange Line (Formosa Boulevard Station), the Dome of Light was created by renowned artist Narcissus Quagliata. The dome is the world's largest public art installation made from individual pieces of colored glass. The work not only adds to the beauty of the station, but also adds a new dimension to the art life of the Kaohsiung and creates a new scenic spot in the city.
Kaohsiung Museum of History
With its profound cultural history and abundant natural assets, Kaohsiung has a unique and beautiful landscape woven by mountains, the sea, and rivers, making it outstanding compared to other cities. Since the beginning of its development, people in Kaohsiung have developed a close relationship with the sea. The nurturing sea has transformed Kaohsiung from a small fishing town early on to a modern prosperous metropolis today. In recent years, the city government has actively renewed its cityscape and developed urban cultural tourism in the hope of attracting more visitors to experience and share the beauty of Kaohsiung.
Pier 2 Art Center
It was once an abandoned and forgotten warehouse buried in history due to the move from an industrial-based segment to the service sector. However, with a group of persistent artist who injected waves of creativity and inspiration into the area, the Pier-2 area was released and re-born making the region a place where tourist and locals can come together to enjoy fine art. With the collision of an old area and new fine art, Pier-2 becomes an area of new vitality and liveliness.
The British Consulate at Takow
The restoration of this site and buildings took the Bureau of Cultural Affairs, Kaohsiung City Government three years to complete. The much-awaited opening takes place on November 12, 2013. Pay a visit, and it will bring you back to 1879. You may tour the Consulate compound as a whole, including the consular residence (on the hill), consulate office (under the hill) and the trail that connects them.
Shou Shan Zoo
Located on Shou Mountain, the Shoushan Zoo is the largest public zoo in southern Taiwan. Established in 1978, it was originally known as "Hsizuhwan Zoo" In 1980, the area was transformed into a campus for Sun Yat-Sen University. The new zoo was built on its current site and opened to the public in 1986. Mountains on three sides surround the zoo.
Martyrs' Shrine & Love Observatory
Kaohsiung City offers a lot of different attractions for different kinds of travelers. For those who love good hikes, enjoy photography, or are simply looking for a place to relax, head to Kaohsiung’s Martyrs’ Shrine and Shoushan Love Observatory. These are attractions that do not really get enough publicity but are very much loved by both locals and international travelers. It is an attraction that not only offers history but also a great view of Kaohsiung City both during the day and in the evening.
Cijin Island
If you are going to visit Kaohsiung, Cijin is definitely a must-see place. The long-shaped Cijin Island was originally connected to Kaohsiung city by sandbanks. A harbor expansion project cut Cijin off from Kaohsiung, turning Cijin into a separate island. Shuttle boats travel between Gushan District of Kaohsiung and the island. Despite the construction of a cross-harbor tunnel, tourists still prefer the 10-minute cruise on the sea. Merely 200 meters in width, Cijin island is a great place appreciating the beautiful Kaohsiung Harbor and 85 Sky Tower on the side facing Kaohsiung.
Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum
The Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum, previously known as the Buddha Memorial Center, is a Mahayana Buddhist cultural, religious and educational museum located in Dashu District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The museum is affiliated with Fo Guang Shan, one of Taiwan's largest Buddhist organizations. The museum houses one of the tooth relics of Sakyamuni Buddha, the founder of the Buddhist faith. Construction of the museum began in 2008, and the museum was opened to the public in December 2011.
