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Kaohsiung has been promoting its urban transformation in recent years, featuring attractions such as the Pier-2 Art Center, Lotus Pond, and Love River, as well as a thriving concert scene. Not only have these efforts made the southern port city the top spot for tourism among the six special municipalities for the past three years, it has even grabbed the attention of British media, securing the 10th-best November travel destination as named by The TimesTaiwan’s only spot in the ranking.
The imposing Dragon and Tiger Pagodas stand proudly over Kaohsiung’s scenic Lotus Pond, drawing scores of tourists over the weekends. The city has become a more popular destination in recent years, even gaining accolades from international media.
Tseng Hung-wen
FTV reporter
Kaohsiung was named the 10th-best November travel destination by The Times in the UK, the only destination in Taiwan to make the list. Lotus Pond was even featured as the cover photo for the report.
Chen Chi-mai
Kaohsiung Mayor
Pier-2, Lotus Pond, and the Love River here in Kaohsiung were all recommended by The Times. These are all great reasons to visit our port city in wintertime.
Tourist
Visiting Kaohsiung
I went to the Main Public Library before, and today we came to Lotus Pond.
Tourist
Visiting Kaohsiung
I want to go to Cijin, Sizihwan... These two places seem like quick ways to get to the ocean from the city center.
In addition to Zuoying’s Lotus Pond, which is steeped in rich religious tradition, Cijin offers stunning ocean views and delicious seafood, accessible after just a 10-minute ferry ride. The Pier-2 Art Center has also become a major draw for cultural tourism in recent years. Hugely popular characters like Ultraman and Chiikawa have been featured in events here. Add to that a burgeoning concert scene, it’s no wonder that Kaohsiung has been named the most satisfying tourism destination among the six special municipalities for the past three years running. Gaining recognition from abroad as well is the cherry on top.
Resident
Kaohsiung
I feel like Kaohsiung is gradually transforming from an industrial city. The attractions and infrastructure is all really good.
Chen Chi-mai
Kaohsiung Mayor
Aside from the attractions, we also have excellent street food here. We’ll keep working with organizers to bring concerts, including AAA in October and BTS.
Kaohsiung has been heavily promoting its recent urban transformation. With delicious local street food, convenient transportation, and targeted global promotion, Taiwan’s largest port city has created a proud identity to showcase to the world.
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