Founded in the 17th century as a small trading village named Takau (or Takao, Takow), the city has since grown into the political and economic center of southern Taiwan, with key industries such as manufacturing, steel-making, oil refining, freight transport and shipbuilding.

Book these experiences for a close-up look at Kaohsiung. These rankings are informed by Tripadvisor data—we consider traveler reviews, ratings, number of page views, and user location. 1. Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum. Vast Buddhist complex showcasing a 108-meter high golden Buddha, intricate architecture, and serene pagoda views.

Mar 3, 2024 · Kaohsiung (高雄 or Gaoxiong) is the largest city in Southern Taiwan and home to the country’s largest port. Beyond its port vibes and proximity to the sea, Kaohsiung has some big name attractions like Lotus Pond and Fo Guang Shan Monastery. It also has the best street art scene in Taiwan.

Dec 11, 2024 · In this article, I’ll introduce my favorite places to visit in Kaohsiung, starting with the waterfront areas of Gushan and Yancheng Districts. Next I’ll take you through Central and Southern Kaohsiung, followed by historic Zuoying, where …

Feb 2, 2025 · With buses, taxis, an extensive subway, and a light rail at your disposal, Kaoshiung is a very easy city to explore. But if you prefer to visit all of Kaohsiung’s top attractions without planning a thing, this Kaohsiung City day tour is a great option.

Jan 23, 2025 · Many travellers may or may not know about Kaohsiung, the second-largest city in Taiwan. And if you have never been to Taiwan and are debating if you should include Kaohsiung in your solo trip, then the answer is absolutely yes!

Jan 8, 2025 · The Kaohsiung 85 Sky Tower is the tallest and most recognizable building in southern Taiwan. The tower is shaped like the character "高" (as in 高雄 aka Kaoh siung or gao xiong), to represent the city of Kaohsiung and show Chinese symbolism through architecture. The observatory level open to visitors provides excellent views of the city.

A modern city in the south of Taiwan, Kaohsiung shifts from ancient to contemporary culture with ease. Don't miss the breathtaking Fo Guang Shan monastery and its hall of giant Buddhas. Dream Mall, the largest shopping mall in Taiwan, has a Ferris wheel on the roof. Drive to Kenting National Park for beautiful landscapes.

Jan 4, 2025 · Along the coast down the southern end of Taiwan sits Kaohsiung (pronounced by locals as ‘gao-xiong’), a sprawling city with just under three million in population.

Jan 31, 2025 · Kaohsiung (pronounced gow-shung or cow-shung) is the biggest port in Taiwan and one of its largest cities. It’s located in Southwestern Taiwan about an hour south of Tainan.