The Chinese below was taken from "A New Appreciation of Fishing"
漁樂新視界. This book was published by 財團法人台灣養殖魚業發展基金會 in 2012 and the English parts were written/translated by me. There will be five (more) of these entries, covering the ports in Kaohsiung, south Tainan, Taitung and Hualien that I didn't get to during the years I lived in Pingtung.
梓官彌陀漁樂線
Portside Fun in Dzeguan and Mituo
梓官位於台灣高雄市西部沿海 , 北臨彌陀區 , 漁業資源豐富 , 民眾來到梓官 , 可以走訪優美的藍色海岸 , 品嘗美味海產 , 親自體驗梓官獨特的漁港風情 . Dzeguan is in Taiwan, in Kaohsiung City on the west coast. It's bordered by Mituo District to the north. It boasts a plentiful fishery. Visitors to Dzeguan can enjoy the stunning blue waters off the coast, eat delicious seafood and experience a unique fishing port vibe firsthand. (1)
彌陀 , 依山傍海 , 風景秀麗 , 全區有2/3的地方都是魚塭 , 盛產虱目魚 , 是台灣虱目魚重要產地之一 . Mituo's beautiful scenery lies between the mountains and the sea. About 2/3 of the district's land area is taken up by fish farms, with milkfish being an important [agricultural] product. [Mituo is] one of the most important milkfish production areas in Taiwan. (2)
How to go?
要前往梓官 , 彌陀的民眾 , 開車是最好的方式 . 可以從國道一號下岡山交流道 , 接19甲線往梓官方向 , 右轉台17線往彌陀 . Driving a car is the best way to reach Dzeguan and Mituo. You can exit the Jungshan Freeway (#1) from the Gangshan Interchange, and from there drive in the direction of Dzeguan along 19 Alternate. [If you] take a right on Highway 17 it will lead you to Mituo. (3)
精彩樂活
A Beautiful Life
港都藍色公路 "The Port-to-City Blue Highway"
港都藍色公路的娛樂漁船 , 有一條路線 , 可以從高雄鼓山漁港搭船前往梓蚵仔寮漁港 ! 這條藍色公路才成立沒多久 , 採預約制 , 全程約50分鐘 , 沿途可欣賞西子灣 , 柴山 , 左營軍港和蚵仔寮漁港 ! 想要搭乘的民眾可以向梓官區漁會報名體驗行程 . The recreational boats which travel the Port-to-City Blue Highway route allow you to travel from Gushan Fishing Port in Kaohsiung to Edzeliao Fishing Port in Dzeguan! This Blue Highway hasn't been in operation very long and requires reservations. The trip takes about 50 minutes, and along the route you can take in Xidzewan, Chai Mountain, the military port in Zuoying and Edzeliao Fishing Port! Those wishing to travel this route can sign up for the excursion at the Dzeguan District Fishing Association. (4)
蚵仔寮漁港 Edzeliao Fishing Port
蚵仔寮漁港是高雄市相當重要的漁港 , 漁產資源豐富 , 每日下午漁船陸續返航入港 , 就會進行魚貨拍賣 , 拍賣的魚貨都是當日往返的現撈魚貨 , 許多大高雄地區的海鮮餐廳都會來這裡採買魚貨 , 新鮮度絕對可以掛保證 . Edzeliao is a very important fishing port in Kaohsiung City. Its fishery is very abundant. Everyday the fishing boats return to port in the afternoon, and immediately begin selling their catch on the pier. All of the fish sold there have been caught the same day, and many seafood restaurants in the greater Kaohsiung area come here to buy their seafood. The freshness [of this seafood] is all but guaranteed.
援中港濕地公園 Yuanzhong Port Wetland Park
援中港濕地佔地約30公頃 , 是大高雄地區最大的濕地 , 保留了非常完整的紅樹林沼澤濕地 , 豐富多樣的生態景觀 , 讓民眾能夠近距離體驗大自然的生態美景 . The Yuanzhong Wetland covers about 30 hectares. It's the largest wetland in the greater Kaohsiung area. It contains a complete mangrove swamp with a diverse wetland ecology. [This wetland] allows the public to experience the beauty of nature up close.
蚵仔寮觀光魚市 Edzeliao Tourist Fish Market
蚵仔寮觀光魚市就在蚵仔寮漁港旁 , 各種的魚 , 蝦 , 蟹類 , 價格低廉又新鮮 , 而且魚貨都是蚵仔寮漁港當日進港的 , 因此非常受到當地民眾和遊客的喜愛 , 是大高雄地區民眾購買海鮮的重要地點唷 ! The Edzeliao Tourist Fish Market is in the Edzeliao Fishing Port. Every type of fish, shrimp and crab there is fresh and sold at a reasonable price. What's more, all of the fish are brought into the Edzeliao Port on the same day. For this reason [Edzeliao] is popular with locals and tourists alike. It's an important spot where people in greater Kaohsiung buy seafood!
彌陀漁港 Mituo Fishing Port
獲選為十大魅力漁港 "情定今生" 系列第一名的彌陀漁港 , 是許多戀愛中的情侶互定終生的最佳地點 ! 特別是落日時分 , 在彌陀漁港的 "海岸光廊", 在夕陽餘暉的映照下 , 恩愛的情侶相互依偎 , 說有許多浪漫就有多浪漫 , 絕對讓你感情舞間加溫唷 ! [Mituo] was given first place among the top 10 charming fishing ports selected by "Love for Life." It's a great place for couples to reaffirm their love and commitment to one another, especially around sunset. Around Mituo the setting sun creates a "coastal light corridor" which brings couples closer together. It's a romantic spot that will definitely warm up your relationship! (7)
海堤自行車道 Seawall Cycling Path
海堤自行車道位於彌陀漁港旁 , 沿著自行車道前行 , 可以欣賞台灣海峽的美麗海景 , 和彌陀漁鄉恬靜的魚塭景色 , 絕對是喜愛單車活動的鐵馬族 , 不可錯失的騎乘路線唷 ! The Seawall Cycling Path is next to the Mituo Fishing Port. If you cycle this path you can enjoy both the beautiful scenery along the Taiwan Strait and the tranquil fishing ponds of Mituo. It's a can't miss destination for cycling enthusiasts. (5)
漯底山 Tadi (Tardyhill) Mountain (6)
漯底山原本是軍事管制區 , 現在已解除列管 . 漯底山擁有泥岩山群 , 惡地地形和許多軍事碉堡設施 , 景觀深具特色 , 而且海拔不高 , 在山頂觀測站的平台 , 還可以遠眺整個彌陀漁鄉 , 是民眾登山 , 休閒踏青的好去處 . Tardyhill was originally an area restricted to military use, but it has since been opened to the public. Tardyhill has mudstone mountains, badlands and many military bunkers have been installed here. It's a very unique place, at a low elevation, with observation platforms atop the mountain. You can also see the whole of Mituo's fishing villages from here. It's a good place for hiking, walking and other forms of recreation.
戀戀蚵仔寮漁產品展售中心 "Loving Edzeliao" Fishery Products Exhibition Space and Sales Center
梓官區漁會針對蚵仔寮漁港豐富的漁產品資源 , 開發精緻的伴手禮 , 包含 , 烏魚蛋捲 , 烏魚禮盒 , 小蝦寶系列零嘴 , 生鮮魚產等 , 受到許多民眾的喜愛 . 為了方便民眾採購 , 梓官區漁會規劃了七十坪空間的 "戀戀蚵仔寮漁產品展售中心" , 展售百餘頂 "戀戀蚵仔寮" 系列產品 , 讓民眾可以買的安心 , 吃的開心唷 ! The Dzeguan District Fishing Association has developed many wonderful products from the bountiful fishery that is Edzeliao Fishing Port. These products include mullet egg rolls, mullet gift boxes, shrimp snacks and fresh fish. [These products] are loved by many people. As a way of making it more convenient for shoppers, the Dzeguan District Fishing Association is planning a 70-ping space for its "Loving Edzeliao Fishery Products Exhibition Space and Sales Center" to both display and sell over 100 of its fishery products. [This sales center] will allow the public to [buy these fishery products] with ease and satisfaction. (12)
彌陀夕陽 The Sunset in Mituo
彌陀瀕臨台灣海峽 , 海岸線綿長 . 當天夕陽西下時 , 金黃色的光芒 , 籠罩整個彌陀 , 有如一幅動人的圖畫 , 許多人特地前來彌陀 , 就是為了欣賞一眼的永恆 , 絕對是你不能錯過的美景 . Mituo is near the Taiwan Strait and has a long coastline. When the sun goes down in the east a golden light descends on all of Mituo, making the area look very picturesque. Many people come to Mituo just to enjoy this sunset. It's definitely beautiful, and something you should not miss. (8)
虱目魚魚塭 Milkfish Fish Farms/Ponds
彌陀區內有2/3的魚塭都在養殖虱目魚 , 是台灣虱目魚重要的產地之一 . 彌陀大都是用深水式養殖虱目魚 , 肉質細嫩可口 , 營養價值高 . 每年七 , 八月是產量最高峰 , 民眾來到彌陀 , 運氣好的話 , 可以目睹虱目魚的捕撈過程唷 ! About two thirds of Mituo District consists of fish farms where milkfish is raised. It's one of the more important production areas for milkfish in Taiwan. Most of Mituo's milkfish are raised in deep water [ponds], and the fish meat thus produced is tender and delicious, with a high nutritional value. Between July and August each year the production period reaches its peak, and if visitors to Mituo are lucky they can see the milkfish being harvested! (9)
梓官烏魚大餐 A Dzeguan Mullet Feast
梓官是全台知名的烏魚產銷中心之一 , 除了昂貴的烏魚子之外 , 烏魚膘 , 烏魚腱等 , 都是饕客眼中的海鮮珍味 . 冬天來到梓官 , 一定不能錯過以烏魚為主食材的烏魚滿漢大餐 , 絕對讓你回味無窮 . Dzeguan is one of the most famous sales and production centers for mullet in Taiwan. Aside from the expensive mullet roe [cakes], mullet fat and mullet tendon are also considered delicacies by [local] foodies. If you come to Dzeguan during the winter, enjoying a feast centered around mullet is a must. It's a taste treat that will linger in your memory. (10)
烏魚蛋捲 Mullet Egg Rolls
蚵仔寮漁港是台灣重要的烏魚產地 , 梓官區漁會將烏魚開發成烏魚蛋捲 , 廣受民眾的喜愛 , 還獲選 "台灣農漁會百大精品" . 香酥好吃沒有魚腥味的烏魚蛋捲 , 就在蚵仔寮漁港等你來品嚐唷 ! Edzeliao Fishing Port is an important mullet production area in Taiwan. The Dzeguan District Fishing Association uses [some of] this mullet to make mullet egg rolls. [These mullet egg rolls] are very popular, and have been recognized as [one of] "Taiwan's Top 100 Farming or Fishing Association Products." [These] mullet egg rolls are both crispy and delicious, and don't smell like fish. They're waiting for you at Edzeliao Fishing Port!
彌陀的虱目魚丸 Mituo Milkfish Balls
彌陀區漁會的虱目魚魚丸 , 是很多饕客來彌陀必買的伴手禮 . 彌陀區漁會的虱目魚魚丸都是純手工製作的 , 好吃Q嫩有彈性 , 不只是台灣朋友喜愛 , 現在可是紅到大陸去了耶 ! 很多人吃了一口 , 就迷上了這種紮實彈牙的口感 , 而欲罷不能唷 ! Milkfish balls from the Mituo District Fishing Association are a must-buy gift item for many foodies visiting Mituo. The Mituo District Fishing Association's milkfish balls are all made by hand, and they're all delicious, tender and chewy. They're not only loved by people in Taiwan, but are also now famous in Mainland China! Many of those who've taken a bite from [one of these milkfish balls] have become addicted to their chewy texture and rich flavor, [so much so that] they can't stop eating them!
"虱想起" 女兒組合禮盒 "Thinking of Milkfish" Daughter Gift Boxes
彌陀區漁會以虱目魚為原料 , 研發 "虱想起" 系列的 , 有虱目魚脯 , 魚鬆與魚脯餅與魚酥餅等4種 , 另外還有美味純手工製作的虱目魚魚丸 , 魚干禮盒 , 美味與口感 , 都屬上乘 , 並獲得 "2012台灣農漁會百大精品" , 是民眾到彌陀必買的伴手禮 . The Mituo District Fishing Association uses milkfish as an ingredient in their "Thinking of Milkfish" line of gift boxes. [This line of gift boxes] includes milkfish jerky, milkfish "floss," milkfish jerky cookies and milkfish crackers. In addition [to these gift boxes] there are also the delicious handmade milkfish balls and dried milkfish gift boxes, all delicious and flavorful. All of these products have been recognized as "2012 Top 100 Taiwan Farming and Fishing Products." They are must-buy gifts for those visiting Mituo. (11)
1. Stunning? I dunno, it's not Manzhou in the summer or anything.
2. "Mountains" is being charitable. It's more like a hill, located to the east of the fishing port.
3. I'd expand on this and say that if you don't have a car don't bother. Both Dzeguan and Mituo are far from any MRT stops, train stations or LRT stops. A bus ride out there would probably be agonizing.
4. Aren't both places in Kaohsiung? Yes they are, but people often talk this way. By "Kaohsiung" they mean "central Kaohsiung" or "downtown Kaohsiung."
蚵 can be pronounced ㄜˊ ("e") or ㄎㄜˊ ("ke"), though most people would use ㄜˊ ("e"). Many would refer to this place by its Taiwanese name anyway. A literal translation would be "Oyster Hut Fishing Port."
5. Eh, it's OK. City people thirsting for views of the ocean might enjoy it. I was there not long ago and didn't find it especially scenic. The view is a lot like the views from Jiadong or Linbian in Pingtung County: fish farms around a larger, more distant industrial areas near the ocean.
6. "Tardyhill" is on the sign leading to the place. "Tadi" or "Luodi" is the Chinese name.
7. Not sure what "Love for Life" is/was. A TV show? A magazine? Seems most likely.
You could, by the way, be more pragmatic and say that Mituo is a place where people take wedding photos. In this respect it somewhat resembles Budai Fishing Port in Jiayi.
8. Eh, it's not THAT pretty. You could watch the sun go down from anywhere in south Taiwan. It'd look pretty much the same.
9. MANY people? Kinda doubt it. Maybe a few.
10. I have no problem with mullet, but that pork sausage mixed with mullet roe is definitely not good. The mullet roe cakes mentioned in this section are something everyone should try, however. Dzeguan, it should be said, has no monopoly on the production of these cakes, and I've seen them drying in the sun as far south as Donggang in Pingtung County. There are pictures of them
here.
11. "Floss" in the sense of "pork floss," the type of shredded pork jerky seen so often in Taiwan. "Gift" here could just as easily be translated as "souvenir," but as most Western people's concept of "souvenir" more closely approximates 紀念品, I'm using "gifts." Most Taiwanese people would buy these gifts or gift boxes to share with friends and family members.
12. Not sure if this place was ever finished. Google Maps is showing me the same 'ol fish market. It's possible that the store mentioned above is part of this market, but I don't remember seeing this 70-ping space when I was there last year.
