Wugui Cave Scenic Area Introduction
Just by its name, one can intuitively sense that there is mystery hidden here. According to inscriptions on the coral reef walls, Wugui Cave has a real history of Black slavery. Briefly, during the Yongli period of the Ming Dynasty, Zheng Chenggong drove away the Dutch and successfully restored Taiwan and the Penghu Islands. However, some Black slaves who were transported to Taiwan and enslaved by the Dutch were abandoned in Xiaoliuqiu. These slaves later escaped to this cave to hide. After a few years, a boat carrying British troops landed at the area, and the slaves seized the opportunity not only to steal valuables but also nearly killed all the British soldiers. Shortly after, the tragedy was discovered by supporting troops, resulting in the slaves hiding in the cave being burned to death without any chance of escape. This led to the cave being named "Wugui Cave" (Cave of the Black Ghosts). During the time the slaves lived in the cave, many artifacts were left behind, including stone bowls, stone chairs, stone tables, and stone beds, along with jewelry and silverware. Unfortunately, due to collapse incidents, the entrance has been completely blocked, making it inaccessible today. Although a regrettable tragedy once occurred at Wugui Cave, travelers need not feel fear or hesitate, as the natural beauty here will leave them enchanted and in awe. The Wugui Cave Scenic Area is located at the southwest end of Xiaoliuqiu, and attractions within the area include Haoran Pavilion, Bitou Pavilion, Ganquan, Yiqiao, Liechi, Youqing Valley, and Bieyou Tian, with the most famous landmark being the coral reef caves. The hidden sloped reef caves resemble a maze in the scenic area, with narrow and winding spaces where light struggles to penetrate. Inside, it is dark enough that one can barely see one's own hand. To explore, one must carry a flashlight to ensure safety while walking. Nearby Wugui Cave, there are deep fossil relics of two large clams etched on the coral reef rock walls, which research shows to be tens of thousands of years old, with a diameter of about one meter. The patterns on the surface of the fossils are still quite clear, making this one of the most valuable attractions in the Wugui Cave Scenic Area.
