Takao Railway Museum, Railway museum in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
The Takao Railway Museum occupies the former Kaohsiung Port Station building and displays locomotives, historical artifacts, and documents about Taiwan's railway development. The collection includes vehicles from different eras and records related to the region's transportation history.
The station building was constructed in 1908 during Japanese colonial rule and served as a major freight transportation hub and Kaohsiung's first railway station. After more than a century of operation, it was converted into a museum in 2008.
The museum's interior displays the everyday railway station life of the 1960s through original equipment such as ticket windows, date stamps, and a stationmaster's office with a port line map. These objects show how the station functioned during its busiest period.
The museum sits within walking distance of Sizihwan Station on the Kaohsiung MRT Orange Line, making it easy to access by public transport. It is best to check current opening hours before your visit, as schedules may vary seasonally.
The museum operates an active railway line that connects to its century-old station building, a rare feature in Taiwan. This functioning narrow-gauge track sets it apart from other railway museums in the country.
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