Founded: Late 17th century Population: 2,737,660 Area: 59.46 square miles (154 square kilometers) Main Industries: manufacturing, petrochemicals, freight transport and shipbuilding Relationship Established: 1982
The city of Kaohsiung is a special municipality and Taiwan's largest industrial center as well as the second largest city in Taiwan. Kaohsiung is a modern metropolis with a thriving port, a strong industrial sector and a vibrant cultural scene.
It has successfully revitalized urban spaces and become a popular tourist destination.
The city's economy is driven by various sectors, including manufacturing, petrochemicals, shipbuilding and logistics. Kaohsiung Port, one of the busiest in the world, serves as a vital gateway for international trade, facilitating substantial import and export activities. The Port of Kaohsiung is the largest and busiest harbor in Taiwan with more than 67% of the nation's export and imports container throughput going through Kaohsiung.
Kaohsiung Harvest Festival
Kaohsiung Exhibition Center
Kaohsiung City Government