Cijin Beach in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is a unique destination known for its distinctive black sand and picturesque coastal scenery. The beach is approximately 1.5 km long and lined with palm trees, offering visitors a chance to enjoy the sun and sea.
Swimming is not recommended due to strong currents, making it more suitable for sunbathing, strolling, or engaging in beach activities like sandcastle building during the Annual Black Sand Castle Festival in July and August.
The beach is easily accessible via a short ferry ride from Kaohsiung, and once there, visitors can explore various attractions such as the Rainbow Church, a popular photo spot, and the Cijin Shell Museum, though it may not always be open. The area around the beach is also home to numerous seafood restaurants and stalls, serving fresh and affordable dishes.
You can rent bikes or scooters to explore the island, with bike rental options available near the ferry terminal.
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Sizihwan Beach, also known as Takao Beach during Japanese rule, is a popular recreational area located in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. The beach is a black sand beach that sits right at the edge of the National Sun Yat-sen University campus and faces the open waters of the Taiwan Strait. It is surrounded by mountains, with Shoushan to the northeast and Shaochuantou Hill to the east.
Visitors can enjoy the beach’s glistening blue water, gorgeous sunset, and natural coral reefs.
The area is also known for its tropical atmosphere, with coconut trees swaying in the light ocean breeze. In the summer, the beach is full of activities, including sunbathing and volleyball.
Sizihwan is accessible by bicycle and on foot through the Sizihwan Tunnel, which was built from 1927 to 1933 and is itself a tourist attraction.
The Former British Consulate at Takao and the historic Lingsing Temple at the peak of Shaochuantou overlook Sizihwan Bay, adding to the scenic beauty of the area.
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Lotus Pond and Pagodas
The Lotus Pond (Lianchihtan) is a scenic area in Zuoying District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, featuring the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. The pagodas, built in 1976, are twin seven-story towers with yellow walls, red pillars, and orange tiles. They are connected to the shore by a zigzag bridge and have a double spiral staircase for visitors. Inside, there are paintings depicting Ksitigarbha, the twelve Magi, the Jade Emperor’s thirty palaces, and Confucius.
Currently, the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas are undergoing renovations and are temporarily closed to the public. Visitors can still view the site from outside but cannot enter the pagodas.
Lotus Pond is surrounded by various temples and pagodas, making it a popular destination for sightseeing and cultural exploration. The area also includes other attractions such as the Spring and Autumn Pavilions, the 5-mile Pavilion, and the Pei Chi Pavilion.
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Liuhe Night Market 六合觀光夜市
Liuhe Night Market, or Liuhe Tourist Night Market (Liouhe Tourist Night Market), is a centrally located night market that is popular with tourists. During the day, Liuhe 2nd Rd is a functioning road; but at night, it is blocked off and transforms into a pedestrian friendly night market.
Liuhe market dates back to the 1940s, making it one of the oldest night markets in Kaohsiung. Today, there are over 130 food stalls line both sides of the street. Most are standalone food stalls while some have some seating around the food cart or in the center of the walking part of rhe market.
Even though the prices tend to be higher (but still cheap), the open-air market is worth visiting. The area has many excellent accommodations, making visiting the night market even more accessible from the nearby hotels.
This is one of the best night markets in the city and should definitely be part of your itinerary if you visit the city.
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