A Day Out Discovering Cijin Island, Taiwan, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
Taiwan聽is often thought of as a destination of metropolises. Visit聽Taichung聽or聽Kaohsiung聽in the south, and you鈥檇 find that hard to argue. Sprawling and home to wide avenues carving between ultra modern skyscrapers, the centre of Kaohsiung is very much an urban jungle. But it鈥檚 also possible to escape the city atmosphere of Kaohsiung quite easily by journeying out to聽Cijin Island.
Just off the coast of聽Kaohsiung, Cijin island trades in skyscrapers and neon lights for beaches and seaside vibes. It鈥檚 one of many spots ideal for聽outdoor adventures in Taiwan. Alternatively spelt聽Qijin and Cijin, this long skinny island stretches for kilometres along the coast and honestly needs to be on any good聽Kaohsiung itinerary. Read on to learn what you can expect to see on a day trip from Kaohsiung whiling away in the tranquil embrace of Cijin Island.
Before we get to the island itself, lets talk about getting there. Although there is a tunnel at its southern end, the easiest and most likely way to reach Cijin is by ferry. Departing from the聽Gushan Ferry Pier, it鈥檚 a gentle cruise across the harbour to Qijin Town at the island鈥檚 northern tip. Costing just TWD$40 each way for passengers and taking a little over 5 minutes, this ferry also takes cars and bikes. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Just off the coast of聽Kaohsiung, Cijin island trades in skyscrapers and neon lights for beaches and seaside vibes. It鈥檚 one of many spots ideal for聽outdoor adventures in Taiwan. Alternatively spelt聽Qijin and Cijin, this long skinny island stretches for kilometres along the coast and honestly needs to be on any good聽Kaohsiung itinerary. Read on to learn what you can expect to see on a day trip from Kaohsiung whiling away in the tranquil embrace of Cijin Island.
Before we get to the island itself, lets talk about getting there. Although there is a tunnel at its southern end, the easiest and most likely way to reach Cijin is by ferry. Departing from the聽Gushan Ferry Pier, it鈥檚 a gentle cruise across the harbour to Qijin Town at the island鈥檚 northern tip. Costing just TWD$40 each way for passengers and taking a little over 5 minutes, this ferry also takes cars and bikes. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: A Day Out Discovering Cijin Island, Taiwan
Guide Location: Taiwan » Kaohsiung
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: David Johnston
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Guide Location: Taiwan » Kaohsiung
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: David Johnston
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Gushan Ferry Pier
- Cihou Tianhou Temple
- Qihou Fort
- Kaohsiung Lighthouse
- Cijin Seaside Park
- Sea Shell Museum
- Rainbow Church
- Qijin Sea Pearl
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