‘The Luminous Tainan’ reveals the inner glow amidst mountains and the sea.

The longer we live in Tainan, the more we can sense the poetic essence permeating through the everyday life of this city. In this place, culture takes root, history layers upon itself, and every subtle scene turns into luminousness and a timeless story, echoing throughout Tainan. 

Fucheng City (府城) was once known as the 'Phoenix City', which is not just for Flame trees ( 鳳凰木, the Chinese pronunciation is the same as Phoenix.) planted everywhere but also for the thriving commercial zone of Wutiaogang (五條港) during the Qing Dynasty. The city's terrain resembles a soaring high phoenix.

 In the 21st century, Tainan's gateway has shifted from its seaside harbours to the high-speed rail station. The 2024 Taiwan Lantern Festival of High-Speed Rail Zone, located in the city portals within this expansive area, presents the theme of 'Showcasing Tainan's rich cultural heritage, its natural landscapes, and industrial brilliance.' The exhibition traffic flow follows the routes of Wutiaogang in the hope of splendid historical traces and elements that encapsulate memories of Tainan. This internationally acclaimed event invites visitors to experience the luminous Tainan.