Holy Rosary Cathedral Minor Basilica — Attraction in Kaohsiung

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Update : Daily Mass Schedule from July 1, 2024 Mondays to Fridays 7:30pm Saturdays 8pm

This is also the Kaohsiung Cathedral or more properly known as Basilica Cathedral of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary and has stood for over a century near the banks of the Love River since its groundbreaking in the year 1858 by the Kingdom of Spain from the Philippines when the Philippines was under Spanish rule. It is the oldest Church and minor Basilica in the whole of Taiwan. The building was patterned after the Manila Cathedral and finally completed in 1928.

It suffered damage during the last major earthquake in late 2022 and was closed for sometime to repair. When the Cathedral reopened, only Chinese masses are celebrated there now. Hopefully, they can hold masses again in English seeing the close history of the Philippines to the Cathedral so that the Filipino (and other foreign residents) Catholic population (which probably surpasses the number of Taiwanese parishioners here) can continue to enjoy the Cathedral.

As with old churches, the interior is not airy and bright. It has a very private confessional and has a statue of the Risen Christ in the main altar under the statue of the Madonna and Child which dates back to 1863.

I love churches with the Risen Christ because it boosts the optimism that I seek.

Toilets are located in the relatively large parking area. The location is also very central to other must see sights in Kaohsiung like the Music Hall, Love...

"A Historic Landmark of Faith – Holy Rosary Cathedral Minor Basilica, Kaohsiung"

Holy Rosary Cathedral Minor Basilica, Kaohsiung (玫瑰聖母聖殿主教座堂 / 玫瑰聖母聖殿主教座堂 / ホーリー・ロザリー大聖堂 / 성 로사리오 대성당)

As Taiwan’s oldest Catholic cathedral, Holy Rosary Cathedral Minor Basilica in Kaohsiung is a symbol of faith and history, dating back to 1860. Designated as a Minor Basilica by the Pope, this stunning Neo-Gothic and Romanesque-style church is the seat of the bishop of the Diocese of Kaohsiung. With its magnificent stained-glass windows, elegant twin towers, and serene interior, the cathedral stands as a beacon of religious devotion. It plays a central role in Taiwan’s Catholic community, hosting major religious ceremonies and cultural events throughout the year. Whether you’re admiring its architecture, attending mass, or exploring its rich history, Holy Rosary Cathedral is a must-visit spiritual and historical site in southern Taiwan.

台灣最古老的天主教主教座堂，高雄玫瑰聖母聖殿主教座堂，承載著信仰與歷史的象徵，可追溯至1860年。這座壯麗的教堂被教宗冊封為宗座聖殿，融合了新哥德式與羅馬式建築風格，也是高雄教區的主教座堂。教堂擁有精美的彩繪玻璃、優雅的雙塔以及寧靜莊嚴的內部裝飾，長年來一直是台灣天主教的重要據點。這裡舉辦重要的宗教儀式與文化活動，不僅是信仰的中心，也是歷史與藝術交匯之地。無論是欣賞建築之美、參加彌撒，或是探索其百年歷史，高雄玫瑰聖母聖殿都是南台灣不可錯過的宗教與文化地標。

台湾最古のカトリック司教座聖堂であるホーリー・ロザリー大聖堂は、1860年に設立され、信仰と歴史の象徴とされています。この美しい教会は教皇により「小バシリカ」の称号を授与され、ネオゴシック様式とロマネスク様式が融合した壮麗な建築が特徴です。また、高雄教区の司教座聖堂としても重要な役割を果たしています。華麗なステンドグラス、優雅な双塔、荘厳な内部空間が訪れる人々を魅了し、台湾カトリックの中心として主要な宗教行事や文化イベントが開催されます。建築美を堪能し、ミサに参加し、歴史を学びながら、この聖堂の魅力を感じてみてください。

대만에서 가장 오래된 가톨릭 주교좌 성당인 성 로사리오 대성당은 1860년에 설립되어 신앙과 역사의 상징이 되었습니다. 이 아름다운 성당은 교황에 의해 소성당(바실리카 미노르)으로 지정되었으며, 네오 고딕과 로마네스크 스타일이 조화를 이루는 독특한 건축미를 자랑합니다. 또한 가오슝 교구의 주교좌 성당으로서 중요한 역할을 합니다. 화려한 스테인드글라스, 우아한 쌍둥이 첨탑, 장엄한 내부 공간은 방문객들을 매료시키며, 대만 가톨릭 신앙의 중심지로서 주요 종교 행사와 문화 이벤트가 열립니다. 건축의 아름다움을 감상하고, 미사에 참여하며, 역사적 가치를 탐험할 수 있는 성 로사리오 대성당을 꼭 방문해 보세요.

⏰ Best Time to Visit Sundays for a full Catholic mass experience Evenings to see the church beautifully illuminated

週日可體驗完整的天主教彌撒 夜間燈光點亮時更顯莊嚴美麗

日曜日のミサに参加すると本格的な雰囲気が味わえる 夜のライトアップが特に美しい

일요일 미사에 참석하면 가톨릭 신앙을 직접 체험 가능 저녁에는 조명이 밝혀져 더욱 웅장한 분위기 연출

💰 Ticket Information Free entry/免費參觀/入場無料/무료 입장

🗺️ Nearby Attractions Love River (愛河) – A scenic river perfect for night walks and boat rides Pier-2 Art Center (駁二藝術特區) – A vibrant creative hub with murals and exhibitions Kaohsiung Music Center (高雄流行音樂中心) – A waterfront venue for concerts and performances 85 Sky Tower (85大樓) – One of Kaohsiung’s tallest buildings with panoramic views

愛河 – 適合夜間散步與遊船的浪漫河岸 駁二藝術特區 – 充滿街頭藝術與創意展覽的文化園區 高雄流行音樂中心 – 舉辦音樂會與演出的水岸場地 85大樓 – 高雄最具代表性的高樓，擁有壯麗視野

愛河 – ナイトウォークやボートクルーズに最適な美しい川 駁二芸術特区 – ストリートアートと展示が楽しめる芸術空間 高雄音楽センター – コンサートやパフォーマンスが行われる水辺の会場 85スカイタワー – 高雄を一望できる超高層ビル

사랑강 – 야경을 감상하며 산책하거나 유람선을 탈 수 있는 강변 명소 보얼 예술 특구 – 거리 예술과 전시가 가득한 창조적인 공간 가오슝 음악 센터 – 다양한 콘서트와 공연이 열리는 해안가 공연장 85 스카이 타워 – 가오슝을 한눈에 볼 수 있는 초고층 빌딩

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Beautiful romaneque church. We participated in 7 am Taiwanese mass. The French priest spoke well-inculturated Taiwanese. Unfortunately our experience was ruined by the church helper. She was very rude and exuded a holier than thou sanctimony. As visitors from NYC we were quietly taking some photos before mass. She came over and reprimanded us out loud, saying the sisters were praying and thus we’re not allowed to take pictures. LOL! 2 sisters praying in the back pew! Very condescending and nasty experience of hospitality and evangelization. Effort to contact the diocese has been futile. I took a picture of her to never go back there again if...