Guaye Ash Kiln Introduction
The Guo Ye Lime Kiln is located on a small elevated area by the seawall in Guo Ye Village. It was built by Mr. Chen Fu-Ruan, a resident of Guo Ye Village, in the 1960s. In the early days, the lime industry in Penghu was quite prosperous, and the "sand powder" (also known as "powder" or a mixture of coral reef fragments and shellfish) commonly seen along the coast of Penghu was a raw material for lime. It is pure, of good quality, and before the widespread use of cement and building materials, the mortar made from lime was the main adhesive for building walls in early construction. From 1948 to 1965, there was a significant increase in the construction of "fan houses" (a type of continuous building commonly found in Taiwan), which marked the peak of lime exports from Penghu. After 1973, due to competition from modern building materials, the industry gradually declined, and the Guo Ye Lime Kiln was completed during its peak. The lime kiln is well-preserved and stands as a testament to the production history and methods of Penghu oyster shell lime and powder, holding significant historical value. The kiln is primarily constructed of basalt and was registered as a historic building in 2007. It underwent renovations by the County Cultural Bureau in 2015 but has been closed to the public for a long time, allowing people only to admire its beautiful exterior. Currently, the tourism office is working with the community to open the Guo Ye Lime Kiln as a tourist information station, providing travel services and guided tours. It is located near the Guo Ye viewing tower and Longmen, with stone nets visible along the coast, bringing people closer to this culturally and historically rich building and allowing them to learn more about the Guo Ye community. FB Fan Page: Guo Ye Lime Kiln Service Phone: 0921730013 Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM [Recommended Stay Time] 0.5 hours
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