Lover's Wharf Introduction
True Love Pier, officially known as No. 12 Pier, was originally a bulk cargo terminal but gradually declined with the rise of container ships. Standing at the mouth of the Love River, it faces both Kaohsiung City and the Cijin Ferry Terminal. The unique twin-sail design symbolizes the dialogue between Kaohsiung City and the harbor, earning the name "True Love" to evoke various romantic imaginations. Here, visitors can admire the modern urban landscape characterized by numerous skyscrapers and gaze upon Kaohsiung Harbor to experience the impressive sight of large ships entering the port, each offering a different perspective during the day and at night. In commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the "Universal Declaration of Human Rights," a global event initiated by Amnesty International gathered people worldwide in different cities, holding candles arranged in the shape of flames entangled in barbed wire, representing the enduring spirit of the human rights movement: "Rather than facing darkness, we should light a candle to illuminate the world." On December 10, 2008, the first global connection in Taiwan took place at True Love Pier in Kaohsiung, a city known for its commitment to human rights. A massive candle arrangement, made up of 3,000 candles, formed the logo of Amnesty International, creating a spectacular and educational landscape of action art.
