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The final event of the "Kaohsiung Riding the Wind" annual series: Thousands Celebrate Christmas in the Old Zuoying City.
Post date:2024-12-16
Update:2024-12-17
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The Kaohsiung City Government’s Tourism Bureau hosted the "Kaohsiung Riding the Wind – Christmas Cycling Tour in Old Zuoying City" event, which took place yesterday (15th) at the Lotus Pond Children’s Park. Under the guidance of professional leaders from the Kaohsiung International Bicycle Tourism Promotion Association and tour guides from the Kaohsiung Old City Cultural Association, participants cycled around the Lotus Pond to visit well-known landmarks such as the Zuoying Confucius Temple, the Statue of the God Xuantian, the Spring and Autumn Pavilions, and the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. They then ascended the City View Path to take in the scenic beauty of Lotus Pond, before heading to the Old East Gate of Fengshan County to experience its rich historical atmosphere. With the detailed explanations provided by local tour guides, the participants were able to explore and learn about the historical charm of Zuoying.


Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau Director-General, Gao Min-lin, stated that bicycles are the easiest way to explore the streets and alleys of a city. The "Kaohsiung Riding the Wind" cycling event combines local tourism resources and themed routes to offer different cycling experiences, allowing participants to explore the city in an eco-friendly, low-carbon way while experiencing its diverse landscapes. The final event of this year took place in the historically rich and religiously significant Old Zuoying City. In addition to the cycling tour, the main event at Lotus Pond Children's Park also featured a costume parade, stage performances, and a Christmas market. Many parents signed up their children for the Christmas costume contest, with participants dressing up as Santa Claus, Christmas trees, gingerbread men, reindeer, Snow White, and other adorable characters. Their creative outfits were a hit, delighting the crowd with their cuteness.


At the event, many attendees were seen wearing Christmas headgear or dressed in festive attire, fully embracing the joyful Christmas atmosphere at the Children's Park. In addition to the presence of Legislator Lin Dai-hua and Councilor Li Ya-hui, representatives from the Kaohsiung City Tourism Association, the Lotus Pond Tourism Business District Development Association, the Old City Business District Development Association, and local village leaders also joined in to show their support for the "Kaohsiung Riding the Wind" cycling event, which promotes sustainability and environmental consciousness.


The Tourism Bureau added that the Lotus Pond Renovation Project for 2024 is currently underway, with completion expected by the summer of 2025. This will finalize the last stretch of the cycling path around the pond. Once finished, the public will be encouraged to revisit the Zuoying Lotus Pond Scenic Area, including the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas, the City View Path, and the military village culture and cuisine, all by bicycle.

Kaohsiung City offers exciting events throughout the year, and after the Christmas and New Year's festivities, the "2025 Kaohsiung Wonderland" winter amusement park featuring Chiikawa will officially open on January 25th, 2025, at Love River Bay. For more information about upcoming events, you can visit the Kaohsiung Tourism Websiteor check the Kaohsiung Riding the Wind Facebook Fan Page.
The Kaohsiung City Government’s Tourism Bureau hosted the "Kaohsiung Riding the Wind – Christmas Cycling Tour in Old Zuoying City" event, which took place yesterday (15th) at the Lotus Pond Children’s Park. Under the guidance of professional leaders from the Kaohsiung International Bicycle Tourism Promotion Association and tour guides from the Kaohsiung Old City Cultural Association, participants cycled around the Lotus Pond to visit well-known landmarks such as the Zuoying Confucius Temple, the Statue of the God Xuantian, the Spring and Autumn Pavilions, and the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. They then ascended the City View Path to take in the scenic beauty of Lotus Pond, before heading to the Old East Gate of Fengshan County to experience its rich historical atmosphere. With the detailed explanations provided by local tour guides, the participants were able to explore and learn about the historical charm of Zuoying.
Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau Director-General, Gao Min-lin, stated that bicycles are the easiest way to explore the streets and alleys of a city. The "Kaohsiung Riding the Wind" cycling event combines local tourism resources and themed routes to offer different cycling experiences, allowing participants to explore the city in an eco-friendly, low-carbon way while experiencing its diverse landscapes. The final event of this year took place in the historically rich and religiously significant Old Zuoying City. In addition to the cycling tour, the main event at Lotus Pond Children's Park also featured a costume parade, stage performances, and a Christmas market. Many parents signed up their children for the Christmas costume contest, with participants dressing up as Santa Claus, Christmas trees, gingerbread men, reindeer, Snow White, and other adorable characters. Their creative outfits were a hit, delighting the crowd with their cuteness.
At the event, many attendees were seen wearing Christmas headgear or dressed in festive attire, fully embracing the joyful Christmas atmosphere at the Children's Park. In addition to the presence of Legislator Lin Dai-hua and Councilor Li Ya-hui, representatives from the Kaohsiung City Tourism Association, the Lotus Pond Tourism Business District Development Association, the Old City Business District Development Association, and local village leaders also joined in to show their support for the "Kaohsiung Riding the Wind" cycling event, which promotes sustainability and environmental consciousness.
The Tourism Bureau added that the Lotus Pond Renovation Project for 2024 is currently underway, with completion expected by the summer of 2025. This will finalize the last stretch of the cycling path around the pond. Once finished, the public will be encouraged to revisit the Zuoying Lotus Pond Scenic Area, including the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas, the City View Path, and the military village culture and cuisine, all by bicycle.
Kaohsiung City offers exciting events throughout the year, and after the Christmas and New Year's festivities, the "2025 Kaohsiung Wonderland" winter amusement park featuring Chiikawa will officially open on January 25th, 2025, at Love River Bay. For more information about upcoming events, you can visit the Kaohsiung Tourism Websiteor check the Kaohsiung Riding the Wind Facebook Fan Page.
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