Lover's Wharf Introduction
Love Pier, officially known as Pier 12, was originally a bulk cargo terminal but gradually declined with the rise of container ships. Love Pier stands at the mouth of the Love River, facing both Kaohsiung City and the Cijin Ferry Terminal. Its unique design resembling a double-sailed wind turbine symbolizes the dialogue between Kaohsiung City and the harbor, earning it the name "Love." Visitors can enjoy the modern cityscape dotted with skyscrapers in Kaohsiung and experience the awe of large ships entering the harbor, with both daytime and nighttime scenes offering different charms. On December 10, 2008, the "World Human Rights Day," Taiwan connected with the global event initiated by Amnesty International to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the "Universal Declaration of Human Rights." In Kaohsiung, a human rights city, a massive candlelight display was created at Love Pier, forming the logo of Amnesty International with 3,000 candles. This action art landscape represented the spirit of the human rights movement, reflecting the message that "instead of facing the darkness, it is better to light a candle to illuminate the world."
