Hou Wan Introduction
Houwan is located in Checheng Township, Pingtung County, north adjacent to the National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium, east facing Guishan, and west along the Taiwan Strait, part of Kenting National Park. The coast of Houwan features uplifted coral reef terrain, naturally housing a tide pool ecosystem primarily based on reefs, making it a picturesque crescent-shaped bay. The deeper waters of Houwan experience intense erosion, resulting in various coral reef formations, such as solution channels, which have flat bottoms and steep walls, thus forming marine terrace topography, with levels spaced up to 1 meter apart. There are also solution pits along the coastline of Houwan, where the extent of these pits is considerable, with most having a depth exceeding 30 centimeters, and some formed from the merging of several eroded pit walls. This explains why visible erosion and occasionally exposed coral reef rocks can be seen along the rocky shore. Houwan was originally a secluded small fishing port, but gained popularity due to the movie "Cape No. 7," attracting many fans who wanted to find the seaside setting where the characters chatted until dawn. However, Houwan's leisurely atmosphere and beautiful beaches are truly well-deserved. After entering the fishing village, walking straight toward the embankment, one will soon see a red and blue striped bridge, the Houwan Bridge, which is the location where characters conversed by the sea in the film. Along the coast of Houwan, there are several wooden viewing platforms, where one can enjoy the beautiful curves of the bay and the calm sea, naturally leading to relaxation. For those wanting to collect stones or wade in the water, following the embankment path down will allow you to appreciate the coral reef holes eroded by the sea; don’t forget to stroll through the fishing village to closely experience the leisurely atmosphere of Houwan.
