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Hsingta Fishing Harbor – The Hometown of "Wu Fish" Hsingta Fishing Harbor is closely adjacent to Lover's Wharf. The area is best known for its "black gold" eel (also known as "wu fish"). During the eel season around the winter solstice, eel roe, dried eel, sea cucumber, and eel stomach contribute substantial economic value to Cijiding. Hsingta not only produces the largest quantity of eel roe in Taiwan but also has become a central hub for fresh seafood due to its advanced nearshore fisheries and aquaculture industries. In recent years, after reconstruction and expansion by the Kaohsiung City Government, the traditional fishing village has transformed into a modern fishing harbor by integrating local features with sightseeing and leisure culture, becoming the largest and most modern fishing port in Taiwan. As a coastal fishing harbor, Hsingta Fishing Harbor sends out small boats for night-to-dawn fishing and returns by midday for wholesale auctioning. Freshly caught meats like white-legged sea bream, Spanish mackerel, and midday fish abound. The public can observe the unloading and auction process and purchase a bounty of fresh seafood. **Hsingta Tourism Fish Market** Originally known as Hsingta Fishing Harbor, after being transformed under guidance from Kaohsiung City's Department of Industry, Economy and Commerce, the market officially rebranded as "Hsingta Tourism Fish Market" on December 11, 2015, when it secured temporary stall space within road ranges. At dusk when the fishing boats return to complete trading, countless fresh produce stalls open. The market offers all sorts of freshly caught seafood, including: fresh fish, live shrimp, shellfish, and live crabs – seafood favorites on many Taiwanese tables. Flavorful and aromatic seafood snacks and prepared dishes await visitors to enjoy, while Cijiding specialties like eel roe, sashimi flounder (herring), dried squid, and fish skin remain the most popular souvenirs. After exploring the Golden Coast or Lover's Wharf, consider visiting the tourism fish market for affordable culinary delights and shopping. For visitors wishing to come, please use Google Navigation to search for "Hsingta Tourism Fish Market" or "No. 88, DaFa Road, Cijiding District, Kaohsiung City." For more details, contact the on-site staff directly at (0963) 563-779. **Lover's Wharf, Hsingta, and the Sea Theater** Lover's Wharf, Hsingta reinterprets traditional fishing harbors into a modern marine setting. A pair of uniquely designed white towers near the wharf, reminiscent of tall-masted ships under full sail, gleam brilliantly in daylight, while at night their varied lighting creates a dazzling spectacle, akin to a radiant pearl upon the sea. Lover's Wharf offers diverse and exciting water activities such as windsurfing and kayaking for water sports enthusiasts. The nearby coastal leisure zone, with its expansive beach and fine sand, is an ideal spot for swimming and sunbathing. Visitors can purchase freshly caught and cooked seafood at the adjacent tourism fish market and savor the authentic local delicacies. After a satisfying meal, take a leisurely walk along Hsingta Lover's Wharf seawall trail with companions or relax on the grassy viewing area by the sea, enjoying the golden sunset at your feet. As the sun sets and its light reflects off the sea's surface, the colorful lights of Lover's Wharf illuminate the elegant spires of the Sea Theater, casting beautiful silhouettes on the water. The romantic Heart Shape Installation at Love Square adds a tender charm to the seaside night, making this an essential destination for couples and a prime location for grand festivals and events. **Cijiding Coastal Park** The 5-hectare Cijiding Coastal Park lies along the coastal highway of Provincial Highway No. 17. It features a 900-meter shoreline with attractive sand dune forests of Casuarina equisetifolia and Canarium album trees. Viewing platforms, as well as recreational and fitness facilities, are available for visitors. Cijiding Park connects with Hsingta Fishing Harbor, Cijiding Wetland, and Lover's Wharf. Visitors can bike or walk to this scenic site to enjoy the ocean's views or relax by the water's edge, especially as the setting sun casts golden glimmers and painted clouds across the sky, bringing a soothing, limitless sense of tranquility. **Future Giant Elephant Installation** This giant elephant installation was a highlight of the MayDay Parade 2014 concert at the Kaohsiung National Stadium and Kowloon Red磡. Standing at 3.5m height, 6.2m in length, and weighing 1 ton, this large public art piece found its new home in Lover's Wharf after being retired. As the Mayday Band has served as Kaohsiung's city ambassador for three consecutive years, this giant elephant symbolizing steadiness, grandeur, and goodness is now a coastal guardian. It preserves fond memories of love and happiness, offering a lasting symbol for visitors. **Hsingta Ocean Pavilion** Formerly a customs inspection building, Hsingta Ocean Pavilion was renovated by the Coast Guard Administration's Southern Division. The vivid paint-streaked walls lead into exhibition spaces designed with eel imagery and ocean wildlife created from marine debris, drawing attention to environmental awareness. Close to nearby Hsingta Fishing Harbor, the pavilion is surrounded by cultural and ecological resources such as Hsingta Tourism Fish Market, Lover's Wharf, Coastal Park, Hsingta Power Plant, Cijiding Wetland, Cifu Temple, and Guo Changxi Heritage Museum. In combination with nearby ecotourism attractions, Hsingta Ocean Pavilion serves as an educational center for ocean conservation initiatives, offering "Learn with Joy" environmental education programs: ❶ Basic travel information and services ❷ Visitor resting area ❸ Guided tour explanations ❹ Ocean policy promotion ❺ Coast Guard Administration operations overview **Address**: No. 1, Da Fa Rd., Cijiding District, Kaohsiung City **Phone**: 07-6987206