Kaohsiung Martyrs' Shrine, Monument in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
The Kaohsiung Martyrs' Shrine sits on Shoushan hillside with a main hall featuring a double-hipped roof covered in golden glazed tiles and traditional Chinese design elements. The structure contains large interior spaces arranged for worship and remembrance of those honored here.
The site was built in 1910 as Takao Kotohira Shrine during Japanese rule and originally served different religious purposes. After Taiwan returned to the Republic of China, the location was transformed to commemorate revolution heroes.
The shrine honors revolution heroes through ceremonies and displays that visitors can witness during their visit. The sacred space shows how people from different times remember and celebrate those who fought for their ideals.
Take the Kaohsiung MRT to Sizihwan Station and follow the walking path heading north from the station to reach the shrine. The climb to the hilltop location is manageable and shaded pathways make the walk easier.
Stone lanterns from the original Japanese shrine remain on the grounds as physical reminders of its 100-year history. These objects show how the site preserves traces of its different roles across different time periods.
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