🌟 Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions in Kaohsiung, Taiwan
1. Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum (佛光山佛陀紀念館)
A massive Buddhist complex featuring a towering golden Buddha statue, tranquil gardens, and a museum on Buddhist culture.
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📍 Address: No. 1, Tongling Road, Dashu District, Kaohsiung City 840
2. Liuhe Night Market (六合夜市)
One of Kaohsiung’s most famous night markets, known for seafood, papaya milk, and local street food.
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📍 Address: Liuhe 2nd Road, Xinxing District, Kaohsiung City 800
3. The Pier-2 Art Center (駁二藝術特區)
An old warehouse district transformed into a creative art zone with murals, sculptures, exhibitions, and cafes.
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📍 Address: No. 1, Dayong Road, Yancheng District, Kaohsiung City 803
4. Lotus Pond (蓮池潭)
A scenic lake surrounded by temples, including the famous Dragon and Tiger Pagodas where visitors “enter the dragon, exit the tiger” for good fortune.
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📍 Address: Lianchitan, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City 813
5. Cijin Island (旗津島)
A popular getaway just a short ferry ride from the city, known for seafood, a beach, old forts, and a seaside cycling path.
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📍 Address (Ferry Terminal): Gushan Ferry Pier, No. 3, Binhai 1st Road, Gushan District, Kaohsiung City 804
6. Dome of Light (光之穹頂)
The world’s largest public art installation made of colored glass, located inside the Formosa Boulevard MRT Station.
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📍 Address: Formosa Boulevard Station, MRT Red & Orange Line, Xinxing District, Kaohsiung City 800
7. Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts (高雄市立美術館)
A modern art museum featuring Taiwanese and international contemporary art in a serene park setting.
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📍 Address: No. 80, Meishuguan Road, Gushan District, Kaohsiung City 804
8. Shoushan (Monkey Mountain) (壽山 / 猴山)
A natural hiking area famous for its city views and wild macaques. A favorite for hikers and nature lovers.
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📍 Address (Trail Entrance): Shoushan Road, Gushan District, Kaohsiung City 804
9. 85 Sky Tower (高雄85大樓)
Kaohsiung’s tallest skyscraper with an observation deck offering panoramic views of the city and harbor.
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📍 Address: No. 5, Ziqiang 3rd Road, Lingya District, Kaohsiung City 802
10. Ruifeng Night Market (瑞豐夜市)
A bustling night market popular with locals and students, offering games, snacks, and unique Taiwanese street eats.
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📍 Address: Yucheng Road & Nanping Road intersection, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City 813
