Holy Rosary Minor Basilica-Cathedral

Many people, upon seeing the elegant church featured in TV commercials, might mistake it for a foreign landmark. They're often surprised to learn it's actually Taiwan's largest cathedral, the 'Holy Rosary Minor Basilica-Cathedral'. Situated by the Love River, the Holy Rosary Church was founded in 1859. It was the first church established by the Catholic Church upon its re-introduction to Taiwan, and is considered the birthplace of modern Catholicism in Taiwan. For over a century, it has served as a beacon of faith for countless residents in the south. Currently, it serves as the cathedral for the Catholic Diocese of Kaohsiung and is also recognized as one of the three major basilicas in Asia.