Explore Kaohsiung by Light Rail／輕盈時尚的城市邂逅 搭乘輕軌去旅行
Explore Kaohsiung by Light Rail
◎English translation: Hou Ya-ting
◎Photos by Kao Jhih-hung, Jhang Jian Ying-hao, Syu Shih-syong
The first phase of Kaohsiung's light rail system includes stations C1 to C14 and connects visitors to the area's most famous attractions. These include the newly developed Shopping areas,
Asia New Bay Area's infrastructure, the scenic harbor and Pier-2 Art Center. The route exhibits Kaohsiung's historical areas which intertwine with its modern initiatives. The light rail provides a great new way to explore Kaohsiung and to take in its enchanting waterfront.
輕盈時尚的城市邂逅 搭乘輕軌去旅行
◎文／徐世雄
◎攝影／高志宏、張簡英豪、徐世雄
高雄輕軌第一階段行經高雄的舊聚落、新興商圈、亞洲新灣區大建設、港灣風情與多采多姿的文創聚落，沿線的風貌是高雄發展與蛻變的歷程，也是港都最迷人水岸風景。讓我們搭上輕軌，用全新的方式與高雄邂逅。
C1 Lizihnei Station
Lizihnei Station is situated between Lizihnei and Gangshanzih and is a convenient way to explore Cianjhen District's tourist attractions. With its bustling traditional streets, visitors can shop at a variety of local businesses. On Longsing Street, they can also sample delicious Taiwanese snacks such as duck or mackerel broth, rice pudding, oyster omelets, fried eel or shaved ice. Lizihnei Station is located adjacent to Banchao Park. The small lush green area is perfect for visitors to relax in and enjoy the region's atmosphere.
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Transfer information:
■ Bus routes: 82, 83, Red 18, 37
■ Public bike rentals: Banchao Park Station
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C1 籬仔內站
籬仔內站位於前鎮區籬仔內與崗山仔舊聚落間，周邊為新舊交疊的熱鬧街區，有許多老商行如綢布莊、米麩店、婚禮用品店、佛具店等，遊客可體驗舊時代繁華與傳統的緩慢滋味。隆興街更是一條美食街，有鴨肉羹、土魠魚羹、筒仔米糕、蚵仔煎、炒鱔魚、切仔擔、八寶冰等台灣傳統美食。籬仔內站附近還有一座小巧精緻的班超公園，花木扶疏、綠草如茵，逛街累了可在此休息或野餐，十分愜意。
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轉乘資訊
■ 公車站：輕軌籬仔內站(82、83、紅18)，籬仔內站(37)
■ 公共腳踏車租賃站：班超公園站（班超公園旁）
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C2 Kaisyuan Rueitian Station
Kaisyuan Rueitian Station is located adjacent to the Jinzuan and Kaisyuan Night Markets. These two night markets provide a variety of delicious food vendors and places to dine. The nearby East Harbor Bike Path is ideal for leisurely strolls and cycling.
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Transfer information:
■ Bus routes: 168 East Main Line, 168 West Main Line, 25, 37, 12
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C2 凱旋瑞田站
凱旋瑞田站旁是匯集各式特色小吃的金鑽、凱旋觀光夜市。金鑽夜市的街道以星座區分，凱旋夜市則以一心、二聖等高雄數字系列道路名稱劃分，飲食區空間寬敞，環境整潔，可將各種美味一網打盡。凱旋瑞田站與東臨港線自行車道為鄰，這裡適合散步、慢跑與自行車運動，沿線有翠綠草皮及行道樹遮陽，還有機會與行進中的輕軌車廂同行！
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轉乘資訊
■ 公車站：輕軌凱旋瑞田站（環狀168，25、37、紅12）
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C3 Cianjhen Star Station
The light rail intersects with Kaohsiung's Rapid Transit System (KRTS) Red Line at two locations. Cianjhen Star Station intersects with Kaisyuan KRTS Station, and Hamasen Station intersects with Sizihwan KRTS Station. Hamasen Station is expected to be in service in 2016.
Intersecting the KRTS stations link visitors with important areas such as Sanduo Shopping District and Kaohsiung International Airport. Cianjhen Star Cycling Bridge is in the shape of a spiral structure and located above the Cianjhen Star Station. The cycling bridge is a perfect for taking in the city's landscape. It is also a great location for photographing the light rail. There is also an Aboriginal Park close to Cianjhen Star Station, which holds a market on the first and third Saturdays of every month. It offers a variety of agricultural products and aboriginal handicrafts. Follow the Cianjhen River and it will lead to Kaohsiung's port. The route is especially charming when the trumpet trees are in full bloom in spring.
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Transfer information:
■ Kaohsiung Rapid Transit System: Kaisyuan Station (R6)
■ Bus routes: 168 East Main Line, 168 West Main Line, Red 12, 25, 69, 12
■ Public bike rentals: Kaisyuan Station (Exit 3 at Kaisyuan KRTS Station), Indigenous Affairs Commission Station
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C3 前鎮之星站
前鎮之星站與捷運R6凱旋站相鄰，轉乘捷運非常便利，往北可到三多商圈，往南可達小港國際機場。這裡有如藤蔓般蜿蜒的「前鎮之星」自行車橋，橋上可欣賞高雄城市風景，也是拍攝輕軌、打卡的最佳地點。附近還有原住民主題公園，每月第一和第三個週六舉辦原民市集，讓民眾採購農特產品和手工藝品。遊客也可以順著前鎮河岸木棧道走到高雄港邊，每逢春季紅花風鈴木盛開美不勝收。
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轉乘資訊
■ 捷運站：捷運紅線R6凱旋站
■ 公車站：輕軌前鎮之星站（168、紅12），捷運凱旋站（25、69、12）
■ 公共腳踏車租賃站：凱旋站（捷運凱旋站3號出口）、原民會站（原住民文化公園旁）
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C4 Kaisyuan Jhonghua Station
Kaisyuan Jhonghua Station is located between Cianjhen's tourist area and Kaohsiung's Multifunctional Commerce and Trade Park. Kaisyuan Jhonghua Station connects visitors with Cianjhen Caoya and Cianjhen Harbor. Cianjhen Night Market, located between Kaisyuan 4th Road and Jhenhua Street, has more than 50 venders. It is also a great place to sample a variety of Taiwanese snacks. Recommended dishes include seafood delicacies and duck noodles.
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Transfer information:
■ Bus routes: 168 East Main Line, 168 West Main Line, Red 12, 205
■ Public bike rentals: Indigenous Affairs Commission Station (next to Aboriginal Park), Fire Bureau Station (Kaisyuan 4th Road)
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C4 凱旋中華站
凱旋中華站位於前鎮舊聚落與多功能經貿園區之間，是進入前鎮草衙、前鎮漁港的門戶。凱旋四路與鎮華街口有前鎮夜市，環境整齊潔淨，共有50多個攤位，以海鮮攤、肉羹、鴨肉麵、綠豆湯冷飲等台式小吃為主，喜歡傳統夜市口味的饕客可以在這裡大飽口福。
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轉乘資訊
■ 公車站：輕軌凱旋中華站（168、紅12），勞動部高分署（168、205、紅12）
■ 公共腳踏車租賃站：原民會站（原住民文化公園旁）、消防局站（消防局門口凱旋四路上）
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