Kaohsiung Live Webcam, Cijin Island
The overview live webcam shows a real-time view of Kaohsiung City from Cijin Island in Taiwan.
Cijin Island (Chinese: 旗津島, also romanized as Qijin) is a long and narrow island in Kaohsiung, Republic of China (Taiwan), separating Kaohsiung Harbor from the South China Sea. It serves as a natural breakwater, protecting the harbor from strong waves. Administratively, Cijin Island belongs to Cijin District (Chinese: 旗津區), which also includes several nearby islets in the South China Sea. The island stretches about 8.5 kilometers in length and reaches up to 400 meters at its widest point.
Today, Cijin Island is a popular tourist destination in Kaohsiung, known for its seafood restaurants, cultural landmarks, scenic parks, and sandy beaches. Among the most famous attractions are the Kaohsiung Lighthouse (Chinese: 高雄燈塔), located on a hill at the northern tip of the island near the entrance to Kaohsiung Harbor; the historic Cihou Fort (Chinese: 旗後砲台); the Qijin Mazu Temple; and the colorful Rainbow Church (Chinese: 旗津彩虹教堂).
The island’s western coast is lined with a long sandy beach, notable for its dark-colored sand. The beach is well-developed with recreational facilities and is a popular place to watch spectacular sunsets over the South China Sea. In the northwestern part of the island rises Cihou Hill (旗後山), home to a large park that offers panoramic views of both Cijin Island and the central districts of Kaohsiung.
