Kaohsiung Itinerary: Pier-2 Art Center, Cijin Island, Kaohsiung Lighthouse, perfect for afternoon and evening.

Kaohsiung, a coastal city brimming with artistic vibes, always touches the hearts of travelers in its unique way. In the early morning, as the first rays of sunlight hit Dayong Road in the Yancheng District, our journey quietly begins at the Pier-2 Art Center. Take the Orange Line MRT to Yanchengpu Station, and after a few minutes' walk along Dayong Road, you will encounter this art palace transformed from a port warehouse. Stepping into Pier-2 feels like traveling through a time tunnel; the mottled tracks, rusty warehouse iron doors, and broken concrete walls all tell stories of the past. Here, art is no longer distant; it quietly flows in every corner, waiting to have a soulful conversation with you. In the Labor Museum, the simulated labor work scenes make you feel the indomitable spirit while lamenting the vicissitudes of history. In the afternoon, we take a boat to Cijin Island. The short ten-minute voyage, with the sea breeze gently blowing, takes away all worries. Cijin Island, a natural breakwater, welcomes every visitor with its unique coastal scenery and rich historical and cultural heritage. Riding along the old street, flanked by various seafood shops, ice cream parlors, and art shops, each exudes its unique charm. Tianhou Temple, Cijin Lighthouse, Cihou Fort... these historical sites witness the century-old changes of Cijin Island and allow us to feel the strong cultural atmosphere during our visit. In the evening, we arrive at the Kaohsiung Lighthouse. Located at the northern tip of Cijin Mountain, this square lighthouse looks particularly charming against the sunset. Climbing to the observation deck at the top of the lighthouse, you can take in the beautiful scenery of Cijin Port, Shoushan, and Xiziwan. At that moment, all the fatigue seems to drift away with the sea breeze.