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Cijin Island: The Perfect Day Trip
Escape the bustling city of Kaohsiung and venture into the serene beauty of Cijin Island, a hidden gem just a short ferry ride away. With its pristine beaches, historic landmarks, and mouthwatering seafood, Cijin Island offers a perfect day trip for travelers seeking a tranquil respite and a taste of authentic Taiwanese culture.
Board the ferry from the Kaohsiung Harbor, and in just a few minutes, you'll find yourself transported to a different world on Cijin Island. As you step off the boat, the refreshing sea breeze welcomes you, and you'll instantly feel the relaxed atmosphere wash over you.
Start your day by strolling along Cijin's stunning coastline. The island boasts several beautiful beaches, including the popular Cijin Beach, where you can sink your toes into soft golden sands and take a dip in the clear waters of the Taiwan Strait. If you're feeling adventurous, rent a bicycle and pedal along the scenic bike path that hugs the coastline, offering breathtaking views of the ocean and Kaohsiung's skyline in the distance.
Cijin Island is also known for its rich history, and a visit to the Cijin Fort is a must. This historic fort was built during the Qing Dynasty and played a significant role in defending against pirates and foreign invaders. Explore the fort's well-preserved walls and cannons, and don't forget to climb to the top for a panoramic view of the island.
For a cultural experience, head to the Cijin Old Street, a bustling alleyway lined with shops and street food vendors. Try some of Taiwan's most famous delicacies, such as freshly grilled squid, steamed buns filled with juicy pork, and the renowned "iron eggs" – marinated quail eggs with a unique flavor that will leave you craving for more.
As the sun begins to set, make your way to Cijin's famous Rainbow Church, also known as the Cijin Shell Church. This stunning structure, adorned with colorful seashells, glows with a kaleidoscope of colors during the golden hour. Capture this mesmerizing sight for a truly unforgettable memory.
End your day trip on Cijin Island with a seafood feast at one of the island's many seafood restaurants. Indulge in the freshest catches of the day, from succulent grilled fish and buttery crab to flavorful shrimp dishes, all prepared in traditional Taiwanese style.
As you board the ferry back to Kaohsiung, take a moment to reflect on the beauty and tranquility of Cijin Island. The island's serene beaches, historic landmarks, delectable cuisine, and warm hospitality will leave you with cherished memories of the perfect day trip from Kaohsiung, and perhaps even a yearning to return and explore more of Taiwan's hidden treasures. #beachlife#mytripvlog #awesomepic #summervacation #Taiwan
It's better to take a walk because it's like Jeju Island, rather than having a lot to see unexpectedly! The alleys like the night market are also well formed, but be careful because there are a lot of wild dogs!
It is a very interesting place, beautiful, bustling, lively, if you have a chance, you should visit here once, a small town, but there are many things.
Beautiful island worth spending 1 entire day here to visit the popular tourist attractions that are also very picture worthy! Before you leave, enjoy the shaved ice there (mango flavour best!) before leaving & best to tour the island by cycling & navigating urself with pre-planned itinerary! :)
Went to the popular shell and rainbow door at cijin island! Was truly an experience!
Beautiful and clean beach in the south of Taiwan. Small island but peaceful
Qijin Island is bigger than expected, and it is full of various seafood shops. There are friends standing at the door of the store to solicit customers. Of course, the scene and lineup are only worth one-tenth of Beijing's Guijie Street...because there is a pre-set destination "Duck Corner Live Seafood Store", so follow Google map all the way to arrive smoothly. I saw on Weibo, which is free in Taiwan, that his home has no price list. According to your budget and number of people, you can match the menu. When you don't go, you will be standing outside the store in front of a pot of seafood. The price needs to be asked by yourself. The cooking method can be discussed with the boss. The business in the store is very good. I don't know if it is all trust. There are tourists who are as famous as us and locals. The consumption of the two people is about 1,200 Taiwan dollars, not too expensive, but it is still much higher than the per capita consumption given on the free trip. In addition to steamed shrimp and sea melon seeds, I also recommend the dish that looks unsound cold sea dishes, the taste is unexpectedly refreshing and delicious.
Although it is just a small peninsula, the characteristic buildings are much less than Gulangyu Island, but I would like it more because there are not many tourists here. Compared with Gulangyu Island, it is completely commercialized. It is relatively quiet. Xiziwan MRT is down and along the sign, you can see the Gushan Ferry. , adult NTD25 There are 3 floors for the full ticket ferry? The first floor is a motor vehicle, the second floor is a person, each shift is very close, basically do not need to wait to see the locomotive in turn, it is quite interesting, the distance is very close, take the boat for about 5 minutes to the Qijin Ferry building is also quite style time relationship only to the Starry Sky Tunnel and the Lighthouse Starry Sky Tunnel to go Will the bottom go to the plank road? It is equivalent to coming to the mountain, because it is daytime, the tunnel does not light up from the tunnel to the lighthouse some distance, accompanied by the middle of the mountain will go to the fort, you can overlook the various houses on the peninsula. The favorite lighthouse, because the lighthouse can see the entire Xizi Bay and Kaohsiung Port. I can see the 85 building. After going down the mountain, I passed the beach with the wind. It is said that the black sand is relatively special. I also went to the aquatic product market to buy seafood. I wanted to go to the shell hall, but the distance was a bit far away. I didn’t give up and walked back. I sent a postcard through the post office. The post office can buy the blank postcard of NTD6 and then the post office has 2 souvenirs. The staff is very good and chats with us. I recommend eating with us on the road to the ferry. I wanted to eat aquatic products and didn’t eat it. I just ate a little if time allows this island. Play for a day, next time I have the opportunity to go to the Shell Hall and Windmill Park, a friendly and quiet island~