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]
| North Gate of Xiong Town | |
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雄鎮北門 | |
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| General information | |
| Type | Gate |
| Location | Gushan, Kaohsiung, Taiwan |
| Coordinates | 22°37′03.3″N 120°15′59.3″E |
| Completed | 1875 |
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.
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