Kaohsiung Cijin / Sizihwan / Love River Day Tour
Itinerary
The Qihou Lighthouse → The Qihou Battery → Qijin Tunnel Of Stars → Qijin Seaside
Park → Qijin Mazu Temple → The British Consulate at Takow → Xizi Bay → The Pier-2
Art Center → Love River → Glory Pier
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The Qihou Lighthouse
Situated atop Cihou Mountain, the snow-white, dazzling Cihou Lighthouse which watches
over Kaohsiung Port is a symbol of Kaohsiung. The square lighthouse was built by
the British to provide ships with illumination in 1883. An octagonal domed brick
tower was constructed beside the original lighthouse in 1918 in the Japanese Colonial
Era. With its white base and black top, and a balcony running round the outside,
the 15.2- meter tower is very striking. The broad perspective its location on Cihou
Mountain affords it allows one to take in all of the scenery of the Taiwan Strait
and Kaohsiung City at a glance.
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The Qihou Battery
In the early days of Cijin's development, military affairs were very important,
and a fort was built a fort at the peak of Cihou Mountain in the Kangxi Emperor's
reign, mainly in order to defend Kaohsiung Harbor. Most structures in the fort were
built with red tiles, and are imbued with traditional Chinese style. If you come
to side walls and doors (bazimen and baziqian), the four characters in Chinese “
Zhen Zhen Tian Nan (振震天南)” are still visible – the fort has an extraordinary atmosphere.
Pairs of characters have been inscribed on the walls, accompanied by inscriptions
of bats in the corners, and many traditional architectural patterns can be seen
on the ramparts and stairs, all of which are symbols of Chinese style.
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Qijin Tunnel Of Stars
The Cijin Star Tunnel, which was excavated in the Japanese Colonial Era and passes
through Cihou Mountain, was originally a military tunnel, but a wooden plank path
has now been built in the tunnel, and it has been decorated with glow-in-the-dark
paintings of 12 constellations and materials such as driftwood and luminous stones;
accompanied by the cool sea breeze which passes through the cave, they together
inspire a feeling of romance at being beneath the stars. Upon leaving the tunnel,
you will see Cijin sound beneath Cihou Mountain, the ocean spray beating on the
towering, precipitous green lime walls, creating a grand, primeval ocean scene.
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Qijin Seaside Park
Cijin Seaside Park combines ferries, tricycles, a lighthouse, heritage sites and
a seaside park. It includes a seawater bathing area, a scenic trail 1km in length
which allows one to savor the view as the sun sets, cross-country and natural ecological
areas, as well as the Shell Museum, with its rich collection of shellfish. Taking
the ferry to Cijin allows one to venture into the quiet, simple old streets and
alleys, savor fine seafood, or stroll through the evening fish market, experiencing
the customs of an old fishing village.
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Qijin Mazu Temple
The sea goddess Matsu has been worshipped at Cijin Tianhou Temple for over 300 years.
The Temple was Taiwan's first temple to Matsu and is also Kaohsiung's oldest temple.
Architecturally, it is a southern-style temple, with two halls, five doors and two
guard rooms, while temple's roof is a swallow-tail ridge , decorated with two dragons
forming an arch over an immortal; it has a simple, rustic air. Many important artefacts
have been gathered inside. The temple is Kaohsiung's local religious centre.
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The British Consulate at Takow
The British Consulate at Takao is a building in the British style which was constructed
in 1879, and is situated beside Shaochuantou Wharf, with a mountain behind and the
sea in front. It is the oldest extant modern Western building in Taiwan, and was
also the first consulate the British government built in Taiwan. The consul's residence
and consulate have been preserved in their entirety, as well as an old hiking trail
which leads up the mountain. Here, where the sea and mountain meet, you can feast
your eyes on Kaohsiung City, Cijin (Qijin) Fishing port and the fine scenery of
Siziwan (The Sizih Bay).
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Xizi Bay
Siziwan is known for its beautiful sunset and natural reefs, and the area includes
scenic spots like the Siziwan Beach, Seaside Park, and the former British Consulate
at Takao. You can enjoy the view of the sea, or gaze over Kaohsiung Port. The inscription
on the gate of the Shaochuan artillery position, currently classes as a third-grade
national heritage site reads “Kaohsiung Town North Gate”. It was built at the same
time as Cihou (Qihou) Fort, to cover different fields of fire. Today, the cannons
are gone- only 3 gun emplacements remain for people of the future to wonder about.
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The Pier-2 Art Center
Situated in the basin No. 3 of Kaohsiung Port, it has been made into a unique open
art space, providing artists and students with an environment in which to express
themselves, and has already become Kaohsiung's most popular cultural spot. All kinds
of art activities are held irregularly in the District, bringing a rich artistic
air to the port metropolis of Kaohsiung, and also bringing a new tide of southern
art in Kaohsiung. The western railway line, which previously brought goods to the
docks, has now become Kaohsiung's busiest cycling trail, and amazing works of art
await discovery in the District's public spaces. Visitors can also go to the Hamasen
Railway Cultural Park and witness how the passage of time has affected Kaohsiung's
first railway station.
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Love River
Love River begins at Bagualiao in Kaohsiung City's Renwu District. It divides Kaohsiung
City, into two. The Jianguo, Cisian and Jhongjheng Bridges connect the two sections
and the river flows directly into the sea. Love River had originally been a shallow
creek, which could only be crossed by ferry. During the Japanese Colonial era it
was dredged into a canal and named The Kaohsiung River. This was the first time
the river had been given an official name. It was formally referred to as The Kaohsiung
Waterway or The Kaohsiung Canal. In 1948, Love River Boat Company was opened near
the Jhongjheng Bridge. This gave people the opportunity to row up and down the river.
This became a particularly popular past for local couples and therefore acquiring
the name - Love River. Love River is a very distinct river in Kaohsiung. It was
previously used for shipping, transportation and leisure. Over the years it slowly
became a polluted open-air sewer. Recently, with the cooperation of the Kaohsiung
residents, the city government and the private sector it has been restored to its
former splendor. The west bank of The Lover River is located in the Yencheng District.
The city government has recently renovated bridges along The Love River. They now
emit rainbows of light after dark, creating a delightful visual effect.
The Soaring Dragon Fish Statue is located on the east bank of the Love River. It
was originally created as a theme lantern, created for the 2001 Kaohsiung Lantern
Festival. It was once used to promote Kaohsiung, Taiwan's Maritime Capital. The
dragonhead and fish body is a symbol of Kaohsiung, a city in transformation. The
Dragon Fish statue is 25 meters in height, weighs 30 tons and built entirely of
stainless steel. During festive occasions, flickering lights illuminate the dragon's
body and the dragon breathes smoke.
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Glory Pier
No. 13 Pier, which was once a key place in the movement of people and military resources
to Kinmen and Matsu, retired after a successful career and was renamed Glory Pier,
opening as a tourism and leisure area. Whether you come to gaze at the beautiful
sights of an urban metropolis or to watch the sunset, either view is intoxicating.
A popular music center is currently being built near the wharf, which will make
Glory Pier into a diverse leisure and culture area which will make Kaohsiung fashionable.
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