Lover's Wharf Introduction
Love River Pier, officially known as Pier 12, was originally a bulk cargo terminal but gradually declined with the rise of container shipping. Standing at the mouth of the Love River, it faces both downtown Kaohsiung and the Cijin Ferry Terminal. With its unique double-sail design, it symbolizes the dialogue between Kaohsiung City and the harbor, and the name "Love" evokes various romantic imaginations. Here, one can enjoy the modern cityscape of Kaohsiung filled with skyscrapers, as well as experience the awe of large ships entering the Kaohsiung harbor, showcasing different aspects by day and night. Initiated by Amnesty International to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the "Universal Declaration of Human Rights," a global activity gathers people across different places and cities, holding candles that form shapes wrapped in barbed wire, symbolizing the enduring spirit of the human rights movement, "Instead of facing darkness, let's light a candle to illuminate the world." On December 10, 2008, International Human Rights Day, Taiwan connected with the globe for the first time at Love River Pier in the human rights city of Kaohsiung, creating a massive candle display that formed the logo of Amnesty International using 3,000 candles, presenting the human rights emblem of Amnesty International in a spectacular and educational artistic landscape.
