Because my workplace is near Central Park, the Cianjin District has always been the area where I most often wander during breaks from work. Over the past few years, I’ve truly felt how much Kaohsiung has changed. Central Park becomes more beautiful every year, and there are more and more events. As a Kaohsiung local, I’m genuinely proud of my city.
每年九月到隔年五月，在盛夏幾乎絕跡的仙后水母（又稱倒立水母），會在林園海洋濕地公園大爆發。
林園是臺灣本島唯一能看到水母「倒立」的地方，這也成為我來林園的最大動力。
When I discussed my travel plans with a friend who lives in Nanzih, his first reaction was, “What’s there to do in Nanzih?” After visiting, I found that Nanzih is a comfortable and laid-back town. It boasts wetlands where you can breathe fresh air, historic houses that evoke memories of the past, and vibrant evening and night markets full of delicious food and great finds. Honestly, what could be more important than living well?
Located in the northeastern part of Kaohsiung, Neimen is renowned for its religious culture and traditional folk arts. It is the birthplace of the famous Neimen Song Jiang Battle Ritual and a top destination for experiencing the culinary artistry of master chefs. As I traveled along Provincial Highway 3 toward Neimen, I noticed numerous temples along the way. It’s easy to see just how deeply religious faith is woven into the lives of the local residents.
Adjacent to Tainan, Cieding is a coastal town renowned for its exceptional offshore fishing grounds and a well-developed harbor constructed from a lagoon. Many residents depend on nearshore fishing for their livelihoods. The highest recorded mullet catch in Taiwan was achieved at Xingda Harbor in Cieding. During the winter mullet season, the streets are often lined with golden mullet roe being sun-dried, signifying the "golden season" for local fishermen.
In addition to the "Three Treasures of Gangshan"—mutton, honey, and soybean paste—the dedicated efforts of a group promoting local culture and history have revealed the region's rich historical landscape to us. This time, we explored Gangshan Old Street, capturing its essence, and also climbed to the top of the Siaogangshan Skywalk. From this vantage point, we could see the entire Kaohsiung.
"The Old City of Fengshan County" in Zuoying? What's the story behind this?