Shizuwan Fort (Chihsi Bay) Introduction
The path leading to the bunker entrance is approximately 50 meters long and zigzag-shaped. The observation platform is built around a World War II-era machine gun bunker, showcasing great creativity and can accommodate about 40 people. It offers a view opposite the British Consulate Cultural Park in Dagou, allowing visitors to enjoy the scenery of Shoushan nearby and the distant sights of the 85 Sky Tower, Kaohsiung Port, and Cijin Island. It also provides a panoramic view of the architectural landscape of the old and new in Hamasen, allowing one to feel the sea breeze of Xiziwan and immerse in the taste of history. The observation platform and pathway are equipped with lighting, making it a unique experience to enjoy the harbor sunset in the evening. "Shawchuan Mountain," commonly known as "Jilongzi Mountain," stands at 25 meters above sea level. The bunker on Shawchuan Mountain is believed to have been constructed during the Japanese colonial period in 1944, towards the end of the Pacific War, around the same time as the anti-aircraft artillery group along the Shihmen Lake Trail. Having long been unused and overgrown in the mountains, the Kaohsiung City Government's Tourism Bureau has made efforts to open this military tourism spot, taking 2 years for planning and construction to bring the dust-covered historical relics back to life. Visitors can access it from the small park opposite Alley 30 on Anchuan Street in the Gushan District, following the scenic path towards the British Consulate in Dagou, arriving in less than a minute.
