[2025 Penghu Attraction] Travel Guide for Dachih Basalt Formation (Updated Jul)

Basalt is a true indicator of Penghu. I had only seen it in books before. Seeing this breathtaking natural landscape with my own eyes, I couldn't help but take several photos. The adorable Nanliao ancient houses transform a series of floating balls into art. Fongguei Cave, a must-photograph spot for Instagram-worthy views. Like clouds floating in the air, standing near the cliff and listening to the sound of the waves makes one stop and enjoy the moment. The boss recommended the Lemon Cactus 👍 Attraction Recommendations Basalt Address: No. 881, Xiyu Township, Penghu County, just follow Google Maps. Nanliao Ancient Houses Address: No. 78, Nanliao, Huxi Township, Penghu County 885 (After visiting the Moses Parting the Sea, go for a walk in Nanliao) Fongguei Cave Address: Fenggui, Magong City, Penghu County 880 Cactus Smoothie: No. 1, Erkan, Xiyu Township 👍 Highly recommended, truly delicious

#Taiwan Local Tour Address: No. 10, Xiyu Township, Penghu When I visited again many years later, I saw an artificial slogan saying that the most beautiful bay in the world is in Penghu. There is a geological wonder of basalt here. The first time you see it, you will be amazed by its grandeur and the wonders of nature. The special columnar joints create a beautiful scenery. From the highest point, you can see the Daguoye Pier and the unobstructed sea view. #Good place for parents and children#Big fruit leaf basalt

Today we went to Chidong Big Fruit Leaf Basalt to admire the unique rock geology and beautiful scenery☀. Of course we need to cool down in the hot summer🥵, so we went to the Big Fruit Leaf Italian Handmade Gelato at the foot of the mountain and the sea to eat ice cream. This shop uses real local food to make ice cream, and there are many flavors to choose from, such as pumpkin, cactus, cantaloupe, watermelon, mango and strawberry, etc. I tried the mulberry flavor. The ice cream has natural fruit pulp, sour and slightly sweet, and has a smooth taste 😋. The crispy cone is very crispy and will not become soft until the end of the meal. The whole cone is well coordinated 🍧. His shop is very large, with indoor and outdoor tables and chairs, where you can comfortably enjoy high-quality ice cream and cool down 🏝. Highly recommended to friends who like to eat ice to cool down and those who don’t usually eat ice 👍👍👍. Opening hours: 10am – 5pm Location: No. 11, Daguoye, Xiyu Township, Penghu County Price: NT$80/ball Rating: 9/10 📝Extra information: In addition to selling Italian gelato, the shop also sells coffee and drinks #TaiwanPass #Penghu #PenghuFireworksFestival #ChidongBigFruitLeafBasalt #GoodPlaceForParents #HotspotsForCoolingOut

Penghu Attractions - Macrocarpon Basalt Column Have you ever seen the super beautiful basalt? A must-visit attraction when you come to Penghu. I really admire the ingenuity of nature. It carves out amazing works again and again. There are several spots with basalt in Xiyu. Waiting for everyone to come and dig it out😊 Address: No. 10, Xiyu Township, Penghu County 881 #Travel Cool Experience#Travel Inspiration#Where to Go in Spring#Travel Guide#Good Places for Parents and Children#Where to Go in Summer

Houliou Paradise Road → Whale Cave in Penghu for Squid Noodle Soup → Erkan Village → Daguoye Columnar Basalt → Xiaochijiao Double Arch Bridge → Wai'an Little Greece → Nighttime at Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge → Fresh Feast Seafood Steamer This two-day itinerary involves renting a car for travel. Unfortunately, the weather during these two days was overcast, which made the photos less appealing. Houliou Paradise Road: If you want to capture the winding road leading into the sea, make sure to check the tide schedule beforehand. The two hours before and after high tide are the most picturesque. High tide offers the best photo opportunities. On the day of our visit, the wind was extremely strong—so strong that it felt like you might fall into the sea if you didn’t stand firmly. Erkan Village/Daguoye Columnar Basalt: Both are located in Xiyu Township and are popular tourist attractions situated close to each other. Xiaochijiao Double Arch Bridge: To take stunning photos here, you also need to pay attention to the tide schedule. Wai'an Little Greece: Located in Wai'an Village, Xiyu Township, near the Sanxian Pagoda. Strolling along the Wai'an grasslands allows you to enjoy Wai'an Little Greece from different perspectives.

#PenghuIslands Although I didn't go there during the fireworks festival, the sea was still very beautiful Renting a motorcycle to travel around the island is the easiest way to get around

Penghu, known for its sea and sunshine, also holds a magnificent history from deep within the earth. In Daguoye Village, Xiyu Township, lies a natural wonder free of admission fees and commercial vibes—the Chidong Daguoye Columnar Basalt. This natural rock wall stands tall along the coastline, formed by volcanic eruptions and the cooling and contraction of lava thousands of years ago. The basalt columns are straight and orderly, as if meticulously measured and carved, resembling a stone temple crafted by nature itself. 🧱 A spectacle so grand it feels like an animated scene, yet entirely natural Approaching the rows of stone columns, you'll notice each basalt column is hexagonal or pentagonal, resembling a honeycomb or fortress wall. They are tightly arranged and stand upright, reaching heights of over ten meters. At the base of the rock wall lies a small pond with a mirror-like surface, reflecting the columns and sky. On clear days, the view is postcard-perfect, and every snapshot feels Instagram-worthy. Many mistake this for a historical relic, but it predates human existence. It is one of Penghu's most iconic geological landscapes, even more majestic and untamed compared to the columnar basalt in Zhuangwei, eastern Taiwan. 📷 Photography Tips｜Natural light + reflections = perfect composition - Visit during the morning or an hour before sunset when the light casts diagonally on the rock wall for the best depth effect. - For reflection shots, lower your camera or phone close to the water surface for a balanced frame. - Stand on the pathway in front of the rock wall or by the pond to create a sense of dialogue with nature. 📍【Chidong Daguoye Basalt Columns Info】 - Location: Daguoye Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County (Search "Daguoye Columnar Basalt" on navigation apps) - Transportation: Recommended to drive or ride a scooter (about 10 minutes from Xiyu town center) - Admission: Free - Suggested duration: 30–60 minutes - Nearby attractions: Xiaomen Whale Cave, Zhuwan Dayi Temple, Cross-Sea Bridge, Xiyu Lighthouse Some landscapes are quiet yet unforgettable long after you leave. Daguoye Basalt Columns are one such place—no words are needed; standing before the rock wall, you'll understand what it means when they say "Nature is the greatest architect."

In summer, you have to go to Penghu to bask in the sun 💞Recommended location: Tiantang Road, Baisha Township 🏖️Note: Be careful when using navigation, as it will take you to a very small road , especially when driving, you must choose a large road, otherwise you will be stuck 🕰️Business hours: This secret place must be checked for tide time 💞Recommended location: Xiyu Chidong Big Fruit Leaf Basalt 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: The spectacular basalt scenic spot is worth taking pictures Suitable for taking pictures, watching the sea, and going to the toilet, 🅿️Convenient parking After the end, go to the nearby Erkan settlement to eat and stroll #Penghu #Baisha Township #Xiyu Township

I've actually visited Penghu many times already~ I recommend traveling there in May or June, as the weather is not too hot and you can avoid the summer vacation crowds. Penghu boasts famous attractions like the Daguoye Columnar Basalt and the Double-Heart Stone Weir. Fenggui Cave is another enchanting spot, where the ebbing tide and crashing waves create a natural music box, producing beautiful melodies. Another renowned site is Kuibishan; during low tide, you can witness the Moses Parting Sea phenomenon. Nearby, you'll find wind turbines and groups of tourists collecting shells during low tide. At this time, you can cross the parted sea to reach Kuibishan on the other side. My personal favorite is Jibei Island, not only for its dreamy ocean views but also for the fun and thrilling water activities on its beaches! Another highlight is the Fisherman's Island Lighthouse, reputed to be the oldest lighthouse in Taiwan. 💞 Recommended reasons: Penghu features stunning white sandy beaches and countless natural wonders, making it an unforgettable vacation destination that you'll want to visit again and again!

📍Address Chidong Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County (near 13.5K on County Road 203) 👉 Located in the mid-section of Xiyu Township, close to the famous Cross-Sea Bridge and Erkan Settlement, this is one of Penghu's iconic geological landscapes. ⸻ 🕒Opening Hours Open all day, free admission • Recommended to visit during early morning or evening when the light is soft, allowing for stunning and poetic reflections of the rock walls. • No lighting at night, so daytime visits are advised. ⸻ 🚍Transportation ✅ From Magong City: 1. Scooter/Car (Highly recommended) • Drive along County Road 203, continue for about 10–15 minutes after crossing the Cross-Sea Bridge. • There is a parking area at the entrance of the site; park and walk to the viewing platform. 2. Private car or Xiyu one-day tour route • Can be combined with Erkan Settlement, Xiaomen Whale Cave, and Xiyu Lighthouse for a one-day private tour. 3. Bus: • Take Penghu County Bus (Xiyu Line) and get off at "Daguoye Station," then walk about 10 minutes (limited bus schedules, check the timetable). ⸻ ✅Reasons to Visit • Daguoye Basalt Columns are formed by volcanic activity, featuring columnar jointing with neatly arranged and densely packed rock columns, creating a majestic sight. • It is one of Penghu's most representative basalt wonders, alongside Xiaomen Islet and Tongpan Islet. • A pool in front of the rock wall reflects the rocks, blue sky, and clouds on sunny days, creating a dreamy scene. • The site has a viewing platform and trails, allowing safe and close-up appreciation of the rock wall details. • Perfect for geology enthusiasts, photography lovers, social media influencers, and nature explorers.

🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Moses Divided the Sea 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: ☁️Cloud Swing 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: Grow your own corals You can plant corals for free, and then let the corals grow in the sea to help the marine ecology. It is really interesting. You can also learn about many different marine ecosystems and marine animals. It is worth going! #Penghu

#Xiyu Ammunition Depot Military Cultural Park We often use the phrase "iron wall" to describe the solidity of a house, but the Xiyu Ammunition Depot is a real iron wall! The Xiyu Ammunition Depot includes a cave-style cool ammunition depot and a cave-style ammunition depot commonly known as a copper wall and iron fortress. It is a rare military building in the early Japanese colonial period and one of the four major ammunition depots of the Japanese army’s fortress on Penghu Island. As the name suggests, Xiyu Ammunition Depot is mainly used to store artillery ammunition. There are two types of cave-type ammunition depots: single-cave and double-cave dry ammunition depots, which store two different types of gunpowder, smokeless and smokeless respectively. The cave ammunition depot adopts a double-wall dome structure. First, a round arched cave is dug on the rock bed in the belly of the mountain, and concrete blocks are stacked into an outer warehouse structure. Then the inner warehouse space is built with reinforced concrete. In order to store smokeless gunpowder, in addition to constant temperature and humidity, the walls next to it are also covered with copper sheets to achieve the effect of completely isolating electromagnetic pulse waves and moisture. #Xiyudongtai Also known as Dongtai Ancient Castle and Xiyu East Fort, it is a Qing Dynasty military site located in Neiyan Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County. It is currently a national monument of the Republic of China. #Big fruit leaf columnar basalt During the Japanese colonial period, a wharf was built on the beach of Daguoye to connect the sea traffic between Magong and Xiyu. When digging stones and soil, this magnificent columnar basalt buried in the soil for thousands of years was accidentally discovered. It can be said to be the most accessible columnar basalt on Penghu Island. #Erkan Shaved Ice Under the Old Tree Erkan Ancient House is a tourist attraction that almost everyone will visit when walking along the Beihuan Road. The buildings here are very nice to take pictures of, there are many clean seats under the old trees, and the ice cream is also delicious. It is recommended for those who want to eat something cool while walking along the Beihuan Road. #Donggang Old Pier Paradise Road Paradise Road is a popular tourist attraction in Penghu, formerly known as Dongping Mazai. According to the research of scholars, Dongping Wharf was built more than a hundred years ago. In addition to mooring fishing boats, the islands such as Gupoyu off the northern coast had an evil spirit to the south, which was directed to Houliao. The ancestors built this Dongping Wharf according to the order of Baosheng Dadi. The conical part of the cliff of the nearby Yandun Mountain near the coastline is shaped like a bow, and the shape of Dongping Wharf is like an arrow. The combination of the two is used to "break the evil spirit". It can be called the Paradise Road in Penghu. It winds like a sea snake all the way into the sea. It was originally an old abandoned pier, but now it has become the most mysterious secret attraction in Penghu. It retains a simple and primitive atmosphere. However, because the seawall is relatively curved, narrow and slippery, tourists who come here must be careful and walk slowly. Do not come when the weather is bad.

📍 Daguoye Columnar Basalt § Free Attraction in Penghu Get up close to admire this world-class landmark. Formed by rapid cooling and contraction of lava into hexagonal basalt columns, After the rain, water accumulates in the depressions, creating a unique scenery, This is a distinctive geological feature of Yuweng Island. ⏰ Opening Hours: 24 hours 📍 Address: No. 10, Xiyu Township, Penghu County 🅿️ Parking Info: Free parking lot

Many people are puzzled when they hear about traveling to Penghu in winter. 'Aren't you afraid of being blown away by the northeast monsoon?' However, after experiencing it firsthand, you might find yourself wanting to fly there every winter! Indeed, Penghu is windy in winter, but the weather is dry and often features clear skies with the winter sun shining brightly! Winter in Penghu means everything is cheaper and less crowded. Flights and hotels are affordable, and tourist spots are often empty, allowing you to take as many scenic and Instagram-worthy photos as you like! Restaurants also don't have long queues (note: some restaurants in Penghu are closed in winter, so please check in advance). The quality of your trip will be greatly enhanced! If you dislike the heat, don't enjoy water activities, or island hopping, try visiting Penghu in winter. You might get hooked!

His position is amazing. The road there was actually quite desolate. But there is a FamilyMart near this attraction😂 You can probably tell that this is a must-do when you come to Penghu. When I visited Penghu more than ten years ago, basalt was not popular yet. There are now no less than ten basalt scenic spots. Seeing it with my own eyes is quite impressive. This is actually on a downhill road. There will be water accumulation only if it has rained It looks like a lake, and it will be more beautiful when photographed. It's really worth a visit. I suggest charging an entrance fee. It's too good to be free! After the photoshoot, I went to FamilyMart to buy some drinks and popsicles. It was too hot. #JanuaryGoodPlaces2025 #Penghu delicious and fun #Penghu Internet beauty attractions #Penghu must go

During the Japanese colonial period, a wharf was built on the beach of Daguoye to connect the sea traffic between Magong and Xiyu. When digging stones and soil, this magnificent columnar basalt buried in the soil for thousands of years was accidentally discovered. It can be said to be the most accessible columnar basalt on Penghu Island. This trip to Penghu specifically included a visit to the Chidong Macrocarpon Basalt. It was truly spectacular when I saw it in person, a wonder of nature! There is also the Erkan Village nearby. In 2001, the Ministry of the Interior designated Erkan Village as the first traditional settlement preservation area in Taiwan. In recent years, the restored old houses have been handed over to the "Erkan Village Settlement Association" for full use and developed into various small exhibition halls with local cultural characteristics, including the Common People's Life Hall, Intertidal Zone Hall, Community Museum, Chinese Medicine Hall, Children's Play Hall, and Praise Song Hall.

#Penghu Fireworks Festival 2024 #Tonghua World Customized Birth Weight Bear #Wedding Gift #Wedding #Thank You Gift #Birthday Gift #Newborn Gift #Wedding Preparation #Weight Bear #Customized #Birth Bear #Baby Gift Big Fruit Leaf Columnar Basalt is one of the most famous attractions in Penghu. It is located next to the coastal highway in Xiyu Township. During the Japanese colonial period, a pier was built on the Big Fruit Leaf beach to connect the sea transportation between Magong and Xiyu. When digging stones and soil, this magnificent columnar basalt buried in the soil and sleeping for thousands of years was accidentally discovered. The formation of the Macrocarpon columnar basalt can be traced back to 16 million years ago. After the lava from the volcanic eruption flowed into the sea, it quickly cooled and shrank to form special pentagonal and hexagonal rock bodies. Under the erosion of sea breeze, it presents its current spectacular appearance. There is a parking lot but not many spaces. There are toilets and convenience stores on the other side. There is Italian gelato on the other side of the building. The taste is rich and delicious. It is only open until October and closed in winter.

#WinHongKongTickets The Macrocarpon Basalt in Penghu is a natural landscape located in the southeast of Penghu Island and is one of the geological wonders of Penghu. The Macrocarpon Basalt is composed of volcanic rocks and has a peculiar shape, like huge fruit leaves scattered on the seashore. These basalt rocks have formed various strange shapes due to long-term weathering and erosion by waves. Some look like flowers, some look like animals. In short, each rock has its own unique shape and story. Visiting the Macrocarpon Basalt, you can feel the magic and creativity of nature, and also enjoy the unique coastal scenery of Penghu. Especially at sunset, the golden light reflected from the rocks contrasts beautifully with the blue sky and blue sea, giving people an extremely wonderful feeling. In addition to viewing the rocks, visitors can also take a walk on the nearby beach, feel the sea breeze, listen to the sound of the waves, relax and enjoy a quiet moment. #Penghu #Penghu basalt #Big fruit leaf basalt #Chidong Big fruit leaf basalt #Chixi columnar basalt #Natural landscape I want to go to Hong Kong to eat, drink and have fun!

Chidong Macrocarpon Basalt is a unique geological landscape located in Penghu. This special basalt terrain appears as a huge fruit leaf, like a work of art from nature. Its uniqueness lies in the shape and layering of the rock, showing a variety of patterns and stone veins, as if it were covered with a unique coat. The Chidong Macrocarpon Basalt attracts many tourists and photography enthusiasts to visit and capture the beauty of this unique geological landscape. Walking here, you can not only appreciate the unique geological landscape, but also feel the magical charm of nature, making people feel as if they are in another mysterious world. If you like exploring the wonders of nature, you must not miss the wonders of Chidong Macrocarpon Basalt! #LocalTour #Penghu

When you come to Penghu, besides the cross-sea bridge, the most must-photograph thing is the basalt‼ ️ The origin of basalt is that after the magma erupts from the surface, as the temperature gradually decreases, it cools and contracts, resulting in these columnar landscapes. There are many different basalt landscapes in Penghu, such as the large fruit leaf columnar jointed basalt in Xiyu Township, the Chixi columnar basalt, etc. After seeing them, I have to admire the wonders of nature🤩But it is a bit difficult to walk and it is easy to fall. If you want to take beautiful photos, you must be more careful⛔️ #Penghu #PenghuAttractions #PenghuTravel #Travel beautiful photo girl#Learn photography skills#Guide to scenic spot photography#Cool travel experience#Seaside photography guide#Hiking#Good place for parents and children