North Gate of Xiong Town

Coordinates: 22°37′03.3″N 120°15′59.3″E / 22.617583°N 120.266472°E / 22.617583; 120.266472

North Gate of Xiong Town

The North Gate of Xiong Town or Syongjhen North Gate (Chinese: 雄鎮北門; pinyin: Xióng Zhèn Běimén) is a historical gate in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.[1]

History

The area was built in 1875 during the Japanese rule of Taiwan as a fort to protect the Takao Harbor. It was built during the same time as the construction of Qihou Fort. However, the canons have since been removed, with only arc-shaped gun mounts remaining.[2]

Transportation

The gate is accessible within walking distance west of Sizihwan Station of Kaohsiung MRT.

See also

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References

  1. ↑ "Syongjhen North Gate".
  2. ↑ http://snnp.cpami.gov.tw/english/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=759:Syongjhen-North-Gate&catid=171:Surrounding-Scenic-Spots&Itemid=70


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