Hou'ao Mindow Leisure Introduction
Hao'ao Village, also known as "Houwuo" or "Hou'ao," is named so because it is located at the far end of the area starting from Baisha Village. Hao'ao is a typical seaside fishing village, where the "Yang Gong Ba Shi Temple" is very popular, and villagers prepare grand rituals for worship during festivals. The residents of the northwest bay area commonly refer to it as "Auli," as the harbor faces northeast and serves as a sheltered anchorage for fishing boats. Entering the seemingly unremarkable and quaint fishing village of Hao'ao, visitors will encounter unexpected rewards and emotional experiences. A must-visit site is the historical residence No. 53 in Hao'ao, transformed into the "Mindtong Relaxation Cultural Center" through the efforts of community builders. Following the "Settlement Preservation" urban-rural plan actively promoted by the Lienchiang County Government, in 1999, the Beigan Cultural Association received consent from the owners of the residence, Lin Heping and his wife, to willingly lend the ancient house for free, which was then planned to be set up as the "Mindtong Relaxation Cultural Center." Due to its ideal location and the complete structure of the traditional house, its simple exterior enhances its traditional beauty, and there is a square in front, thus the members of the Beigan Cultural Association actively engaged in cleaning, leak prevention, and renovation work. Gradually, the residence No. 53 in Hao'ao became a multi-functional community activity center for nearby residents, military personnel, and tourists to hold various exhibitions, workshops, gatherings, and leisure activities. Villagers are also enthusiastically involved, and now the various cups in "Mindtong Relaxation" are handcrafted by the elderly in the village. Many renowned scholars and poets have visited here, including poet Luo Ye, who stayed in Qibin and created a new poem titled "Mindtong Relaxation." In 2005, the famous poet Zheng Chouyu, who is well-known in the Chinese-speaking world, also inscribed a commemorative note, adding more brilliance to Hao'ao Village.
