The Riverside Light Corridor is a blast in Qianjin District—one super fun day trip to this charming town!

By / Scenic Spots Home compiled report
 
Qianjin is located at the southwestern tip of Kaohsiung City, right in the central area of the city’s downtown. It boasts the famous Wufu Commercial District and the scenic Love River, and is also a very important administrative, cultural, and educational hub in Kaohsiung. Set aside some time to bring your family for a stroll in Qianjin!

Urban Light Corridor J Café is a hidden gem nestled within Central Park, offering specialty dishes and live music performances. With the introduction of martial arts fitness activities and displays of Batmobile artworks, along with special events held during holidays, it satisfies visitors’ desires for gourmet food, sports, art and culture, and relaxation—all in one place, while also adding vibrancy to Central Park.
 
Address: No. 6, Zhonghua 3rd Rd., Qianjin District, Kaohsiung City

On the east bank of the Love River stands a uniquely shaped sculpture, originally created as the conceptual main lantern for the 2001 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival to promote the idea of “Kaohsiung as a Maritime Capital.” The dragon-headed, fish-bodied design symbolizes Kaohsiung’s imminent transformation. The main lantern “Ao” stands 25 meters tall and weighs 30,000 kilograms, entirely made of stainless steel. During festive events, the dragon body changes lights periodically and emits gentle smoke, making it a favorite spot for travelers to stop and admire.
 
Address: He dong Rd. & He xi Rd., Qianjin District, Kaohsiung City

Central Park Station is a station on the Red Line of the Kaohsiung MRT, located at the intersection of Wufu and Zhongshan Roads. As the surrounding area is a prime district of Kaohsiung with heavy foot traffic, the MRT authority specially adopted the design concept of “Modern Kaohsiung.” Designed by British architect Richard Rogers, the station features a large white canopy and slender yellow pillars, embodying the design vision named “Soaring.”
 
Address: No. 11, Zhongshan 1st Rd., Qianjin District, Kaohsiung City

The Urban Light Corridor features a variety of artworks. Paired with the shaded beauty of Central Park, it not only showcases artistic creativity and vitality but also becomes even more enchanting under the night lights. Various interactive installations enliven the corridor’s charm, while the attached dining and art spaces offer art exhibitions and cozy resting areas—making it a great spot for visitors to experience urban aesthetic life and cultural refinement.
 
Address: No. 6, Zhonghua 3rd Rd., Qianjin District, Kaohsiung City