Ciaotou District

Ciaotou District is an administrative area in Kaohsiung that covers roughly 26 square kilometers divided into multiple villages. The district extends along coastal areas and is connected by major highways and metro stations.

The district developed around Taiwan's first modern sugar refinery, built during Japanese colonial rule. The Ciaotou railway station, which opened in 1901, became essential for moving raw materials and finished goods.

The Taiwan Sugar Museum displays industrial heritage from the region's sugar manufacturing past within former factory buildings. Visitors can see how this production shaped local economic life and community identity.

The district is easily accessible by Kaohsiung Metro, which serves three stations throughout the area. Local markets and public spaces are reachable on foot or by local buses.

The 1114 Memorial Park and local temples serve as gathering places where residents conduct daily activities and celebrate local festivals. These spaces reflect the community's everyday rhythms and traditions.

Location: Kaohsiung

Inception: December 25, 2010

Elevation above the sea: 9 m

Shares border with: Gangshan District, Zihguan District, Yanchao District, Nanzih District

Website: https://ctc.kcg.gov.tw/en

GPS coordinates: 22.75180,120.30100

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:07