Wukong Cave Introduction
Wukong Cave is composed of conglomerate rock or ash conglomerate rock. The clasts of the ash conglomerate rock are irregularly shaped black basalt or basaltic andesites, with particle sizes ranging from several centimeters to several meters, commonly featuring irregular gas pores. Those with many gas pores resemble volcanic slag or basic pumice. The Tao people (aka Yami people) have given each entrance of Wukong Cave a different name and regard it as a taboo place, calling it the "Nest of Evil Spirits," a forbidden area where women and children are advised not 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 tribe members; the third cave is known as the "Sumo Cave," originating from the place where the people of Lanyu tribe and Coconuts tribe would wrestle. Legend has it that when conflicts arose between the two villages, they often began wrestling there to determine the winner. The fifth cave is called pangsangsadan (the place for grinding millet), where it is said that the elders of nearby villages would often grind millet. Nowadays, Wukong Cave has become one of the famous attractions in Lanyu, attracting numerous visitors to witness the wonders of nature. The sea-eroded cave is relatively cool, and one may occasionally be splashed by small droplets falling from above, making it an excellent place to escape the heat while circling Lanyu. The sea breeze dissipates the summer heat. More Lanyu travel tips.
