How does a displaced village tell its story by the sea?

Have you ever heard of a story like this: a community that sacrificed for the port for generations, only to be completely dismantled, leaving behind only memories to preserve? Kaohsiung's "Hongmaogang Cultural Park" is one such place—a village forced to relocate, yet striving to ensure its history is not forgotten. Here, you can explore exhibitions, old photographs, and oral histories to hear the traces of a community breathing in sync with the port city. You can also gaze out from a high platform at the estuary, watching ships come and go, and the sun set into the sea, finding a sense of connection and warmth in today's bustling port city. 🏚️ The Past and Present of Hongmaogang: A Legendary Village That Couldn’t Stay Hongmaogang was once an old fishing village located at the southern end of Kaohsiung Port, where residents made their living through fishing and port-related work. However, with the expansion of Kaohsiung Port and the establishment of petrochemical plants, the village was officially relocated in 2007, with the entire settlement dismantled, leaving behind only a few architectural remnants and the memories of its residents. To preserve this history, the Kaohsiung City Government established the "Hongmaogang Cultural Park" near the original site, reconstructing the village's stories, buildings, temples, and customs through exhibitions, allowing visitors to glimpse the life once lived by the sea. 🎥 Historical Exhibition Hall × 3D Theater × Harbor Tour Bus: A One-Stop Experience of Port City Transformation The park offers a rich and layered array of facilities, including: - Hongmaogang Story Hall: Featuring authentic oral interviews, photographs, and artifacts to recreate the daily lives of the villagers. - 3D Immersive Theater: A visual journey through the impact of port development and the changes of the times. - Harbor Tour Bus: A guided tour around the park, providing insights into port construction while enjoying the scenic views of the sea and sky. This is not just a cultural park but a "museum of memories," reminding us that development should never forget the stories of people and their homes. 🌇 Kaohsiung’s Unmissable Sunset: Sea Viewing Platform × Giant Ship Silhouettes One of the most unmissable moments at Hongmaogang Cultural Park is "sunset." Standing on the sea-viewing platform or by the pier, watching cargo ships glide across the golden sea under a fiery red sunset is one of Kaohsiung’s most magnificent and soothing sights. Many photographers, couples, and family travelers come here specifically to wait for this magical moment. Once you capture it, you’ll understand why this place is called "the most heartfelt sunset of the port city." 📍【Travel Tips】 Address: No. 2808, Nanxing Road, Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung City Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 3:00 PM–8:00 PM (Closed on Mondays) Ticket Information: Full ticket NT$99, Half ticket NT$49 Special Reminder: Visit during the evening to capture both the sunset and night views. Nearby Attractions: Xiaogang Airport Observation Deck, Cijin, Kaohsiung Music Center, Dapeng Bay What was dismantled were houses, but what remains is a city’s apology and memory for the land. Hongmaogang Cultural Park is not just an ordinary historical site; it is a "monument of apology" built with care. Here, we can understand what it means to "lose," and learn how to preserve the soul of a place.