Wukong Cave Introduction
Five-Hole Cave is composed of agglomerate or ash agglomerate, with the clasts of the ash agglomerate being irregularly shaped black basalt or basaltic pyroxene andesite. The particle size ranges from several centimeters to several meters and generally has irregular cavities, with those having more cavities resembling volcanic scoria or basic pumice. The Tao people (Yami people) have given each entrance of Five-Hole Cave different names and consider it a taboo place, referring to it as the "Nest of Evil Spirits," a forbidden area not suitable for women and children to linger. The first cave, vaRai no volai (meaning "Snake's Nest"), is the home of snakes; the second cave is a resting place for the tribe; the third cave is called the "Sumo Cave," originating from the wrestling matches between the Long Island tribe and the Coconuts Oil tribe. According to legend, conflicts between people from these two villages often began with wrestling matches at this location to determine the victor. The fifth cave is known as pangsangsadan (meaning "Place for Grinding Millet"), where elderly villagers were said to frequently grind millet. Today, Five-Hole Cave has transformed into one of the famous attractions of Lanyu, attracting numerous visitors to witness the wonders of nature. The sea-eroded caves are relatively cool, and one may occasionally get wet from small droplets falling from above, making it a great spot to escape the heat while exploring Lanyu, with the sea breeze alleviating the warm weather. More travel tips for Lanyu.