Water Tower Park
Park in Lingya, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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The Water Tower Park (traditional Chinese: 自來水公園; simplified Chinese: 自来水公园; pinyin: Zìláishuǐ Gōngyuán) is a park in Lingya District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
| Water Tower Park | |
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| 自來水公園 | |
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 Interactive map of Water Tower Park | |
| Type | park |
| Location | Lingya, Kaohsiung, Taiwan |
| Coordinates | 22°37′38.3″N 120°18′53.6″E |
Public transit | Cultural Center Station |
History
The water tower was constructed in the 1960s.[1]
Architecture
The main entrance of the park is shown by the arch shaped entrance located at the north east corner. It features optical fiber strips connected to a glass mosaic map of Kaohsiung. The sidewalk features plantation and LED lights. The existing water piping is painted and transformed into installation art to accentuate the theme of the park.[2][3]
Technical specifications
The water tower stands at a height of 38 meters.[4]
Transportation
The park is accessible within walking distance south west of Cultural Center Station of Kaohsiung Metro.
