Dragon and Tiger Pagodas

It’s a religious monument but also a major tourist attraction. The reflection on the water makes it look surreal. It would be more interesting if you know the meaning of each architectural feature.

One of Kaohsiung’s most iconic sights, featured in almost every photo of the city. Built in the 1970s, it lacks the historic feel of much older temples or pagodas, but it still has its own character — a very 70s vibe — which I actually like. The open mouths of the dragon and tiger give it a slightly playful, almost theme-park feel, yet the location at Lotus Pond is beautiful. The area is worth exploring further, with many other temples, a walkway and bridge leading up to a small hill, and a nice viewpoint. Like most places, it’s at its most beautiful during blue hour, when the lights come on and the mix of warm and cool colors creates a stunning contrast.

The Dragon and Tiger Tower at Lotus Lake is one of attraction landmark in Kaohsiung, known for its vibrant design and cultural significance. While the entrance of Tiger and dragon was closed during my visit, the scenic surroundings make it a great spot for a walk or bike ride for families. Nearby, the Beiji Xuantian Shangdi Temple impresses with its intricate architecture and religious importance, while the Spring and Autumn Pavilions feature a stunning tower and a massive dragon sculpture but entrance closed during my visit. Admission is free! If you’re exploring Kaohsiung, it’s definitely a place to check out—just be sure to confirm its accessibility before your visit!

There were very few people when we went here. The pagodas look well maintained and looks really nice in photos. Worth the visit, since this is one of the few must-see spots in Kaohsiung. We did the recommendation of entering the dragon’s mouth and exiting the tiger’s. Will visit again in a few years.

Very cool attraction. Enjoyed walking up the Pagodas for each of them and checking out the views from above. The displays when entering the Dragon mouth was interesting to say the least.

Beautiful place to visit with fresh air, ancient pagodas and a crowded night market.

The Dragon and Tiger Pagodas are a landmark here in Kaohsiung and is on a lot of must-see sites when visiting the city. It's a beautiful structure laid out in front of a small pond that makes for a nice day trip where you can explore the older parts of the city. The pagodas were very nice in real life, but aside from them, there isn't much to interact with inside or around the area. The mouths were closed during my visit but at least the scaffolding has since been removed as of March 2025. If you have time and are just coming into Zuoying Station, it's a nice side trip if the train or bus schedules allow for a quick trip.

If massive fiberglass objects are your thing, you MUST go. If not, then its a lake surrounded. Y massive fibreglass objects (and temples) Full disclose, my wife gives this 5 stars all day long...