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Teams from US, Japan join Kaohsiung for dragon boat practice
Discover how teams from the US, Japan, and Kaohsiung, led by notable figures, prepare for the Dragon Boat Festival on the Love River, despite rain, showcasing international camaraderie and competition.2024/06/03 15:24 -
Giant rubber ducks draw 600K visitors in Kaohsiung return
The beloved rubber duck by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman has returned to Love River Bay in Kaohsiung after a decade, attracting over 600,000 attendees in the first two days of the exhibition. The event, named "2024 Kaohsiung Wonderland," features more than just the two popular inflatable yellow ducks. It includes a bouncy castle, a yellow ball pit, a small train ride, street performances, and a food market. The event will run until Feb. 25. Free park tickets are distributed daily at 2 p.m. at Pier 16-18, with opening hours from 3 to 6 p.m. on Monday to Thursday, and from 3 to 9 p.m. on Friday to Sunday and during the first to fifth day of Chinese New Year. The exhibition has also led to almost record-high single-day light rail usage, with over 137,000 rides in the first two days. Additionally, a duck-themed light show has been created for night-time enjoyment along Love River Bay.2024/01/29 16:53 -
Giant rubber duck undergoes test inflation ahead of return
The iconic giant rubber duck is set to make its return to Kaohsiung’s Love River Bay, promising a buoyant boost to local businesses and the opportunity for visitors to bask in its whimsical charm. The creation by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman, which captivated over 3.9 million people in its 2013 debut, is all set for its comeback tour from Jan. 27 to Feb. 25.2024/01/26 16:49 -
Hou Hsiao-hsien’s love of film flows albeit dementia
Renowned Taiwanese filmmaker Hou Hsiao-hsien has retired due to dementia, as announced by film scholar Tony Rayns at the Garden Cinema in London. Despite being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, Hou had been actively preparing for his next film, driven by his unwavering passion for cinema. While his in-progress film, "On the Shulan River" ("Searching for the River God"), will not be completed, Hou’s past contributions to the world of cinema have earned him acclaim both domestically and internationally.2023/10/26 15:06