Located in the southern part of Taiwan, the city of Kaohsiung is the island's largest industrial center.
A thriving international metropolis at the southern tip of Taiwan, Kaohsiung was the host city for the 2009 World Games. Due to the regulating effects of the marine climate, Kaohsiung is generally sunny and enjoys pleasant weather year-round. Known as "Taiwan's Maritime Capital," the city has worked hard in recent years to develop its tourism industry, including through beautification of the urban landscape.
Kaohsiung is home to several popular visitor sites, including the Love River, Shoushan (Mt. Shou), Xiziwan Bay, Lotus Pond, Qijin, and the Old City of Zuoying. It also is an ethnic melting pot, joining Hokkien and Hakka communities, the Pingpu, Tsou, Rukai, Bunun, and Paiwan indigenous tribes, and a military community culture.
Kaohsiung also offers scenic mountains, ocean views, and rivers, as well as port, cultural, and historic attractions. Visitors to the city can experience the beauty of nature and savor fine cuisine, or head to the nearby Hakka village of Meinong to experience traditional oil paper umbrella art. The Neimen Songjiang Battle Array and the Fo Guang Shan Buddhist monastery in Dashu further add to the ethnic richness of Kaohsiung. Taiwan's biggest mall and well-known night markets complete the scene for a thoroughly satisfying trip.
Besides the natural sceneries, abundant cultural/historical spots and warm hospitality, Kaohsiung is also highly developed in various industries, the medical/pharmaceutical industry for instance. E-Da Healthcare Group (EDHG) in Kaohsiung City is comprised of E-Da Hospital, E-Da Cancer Hospital, and E-Da Dachang Hospital. EDHG is a prime destination for medical travel and tourism for overseas patients from China, Hong Kong, Macau, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Japan, Canada, and the United States. With its high quality and affordable healthcare, professional healthcare teams, state-of-the art medical equipment and personalized services, EDHG is an attractive hub for international patients to seek medical care and treatment.
Welcome to Kaohsiung, a city makes you go WOW!
Partial texts and pictures: courtesy of Taiwan Tourism Bureau, and Kaohsiung City Government