North Gate of Xiong Town, Kaohsiung

Name: North Gate of Xiong Town
Address: No.4 Lianhai Road, Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan

#60 among attractions in Kaohsiung

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The North Gate of Xiong Town or Syongjhen North Gate is a historical gate in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan. ()

Local name: 雄鎮北門 Completed: 1875 (149 years ago)Coordinates: 22°37'3"N, 120°16'1"E

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No.4 Lianhai Road, Gushan DistrictKaohsiung Taiwan

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North Gate of Xiong Town – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Former British Consulate at Takao, Pier-2 Art Center, Cihou Fort, Kaohsiung Lighthouse.

~290 ftN
Amusement, Amusement park
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1 miE
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~1960 ftSW
Historic fort with harbor and city views
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~1020 ftSW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Kaohsiung Lighthouse, Kaohsiung
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~1570 ftS
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1.3 miN
Time-tested spot with many animals
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0.8 miE
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0.4 miNE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to North Gate of Xiong Town?

Nearby attractions include Shaochuantou Park, Kaohsiung (4 min walk), Kaohsiung Lighthouse, Kaohsiung (5 min walk), Chi Jin Mazu Temple, Kaohsiung (8 min walk), Cihou Fort, Kaohsiung (10 min walk).

How to get to North Gate of Xiong Town by public transport?

The nearest stations to North Gate of Xiong Town:

Bus

Xiongzhen North Gate • Lines: 99, 橘1A, 橘1B (1 min walk)
Xizi Bay • Lines: 99, E05, 橘1A, 橘1B (3 min walk)

Metro

Sizihwan • Lines: O (14 min walk)
Yanchengpu • Lines: O (31 min walk)

Light rail

Hamasen • Lines: 高雄環狀輕軌 (逆行), 高雄環狀輕軌 (順行) (17 min walk)
Penglai Pier-2 • Lines: 高雄環狀輕軌 (逆行), 高雄環狀輕軌 (順行) (22 min walk)