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Dashu District, Administrative district in Kaohsiung City, Taiwan.

Description

Dashu District is an administrative division in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, stretching along the Kaoping River and blending residential areas with agricultural zones. It is home to I-Shou University, several schools, and the Fo Guang Shan complex with religious facilities.

History

The area was originally a rural township in Kaohsiung County before becoming a district when incorporated into Kaohsiung City in 2010. This administrative change brought new infrastructure and development to the region.

Culture

The Fo Guang Shan complex shapes spiritual life here with its temples and Buddha Memorial Center that draw visitors from across the region. This religious site reflects how Buddhism remains central to the community's identity.

Practical

Visitors will find several schools and I-Shou University serving as useful landmarks throughout the area. The district remains easily navigable with a mix of urban services and more rural zones.

Did you know?

E-Da World sits here as an entertainment complex with a theme park, shopping mall, and hotels all in one location. This facility represents one of the larger recreational destinations in suburban Kaohsiung.

Location
Elevation above the sea
69 m
Shares border with
Cishan District, Yanchao District, Dashe District, Renwu District, Niaosong District, Daliao District, Pingtung City, Jiuru Township
GPS coordinates
22.69339,120.43308
Latest update
December 7, 2025 10:06

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