Day 8 of 10Southern Taiwan

Kaohsiung

Sunday, October 4Warm and sunny, 27-32°C

Full day in Kaohsiung: the iconic Dragon and Tiger Pagodas at Lotus Pond and the magnificent Dome of Light at Formosa Boulevard.

Dragon and Tiger Pagodas
Lotus Pond temples
Dome of Light at Formosa Boulevard
Harbor waterfront walk

Activities

Dragon and Tiger Pagodas
🛕temple

Dragon and Tiger Pagodas

龍虎塔

14:00
⏱️2 hours

Iconic pagodas at Lotus Pond - enter through dragon mouth, exit from tiger for good luck.

Pro Tips

  • Enter dragon, exit tiger (tradition)
  • Many temples around Lotus Pond
  • Rent a bike to explore the area
Dome of Light
🏞️scenic

Dome of Light

美麗島站

17:00
⏱️30 minutes

World's largest glass public artwork at Formosa Boulevard MRT station.

Pro Tips

  • Free to visit in the MRT station
  • Best photos when not crowded
  • Light show at certain times

Food & Dining

☀️

lunch

Kaohsiung harbor restaurants

Fresh seafoodBraised pork riceShaved ice
🌙

dinner

Kaohsiung city center

Dim sumStir-fried clamsMango shaved ice