Diaoyu Island Introduction
About 1 kilometer southeast of Ji Shan Yu, you can see the four basalt islands known as Ding Gou Islets. These islands were formed by the outflow of magma, creating various directional columnar joints. Through marine erosion and weathering, nature has sculpted the rocks into exquisite and unique formations, earning it the reputation of being as beautiful as the landscapes of Guilin. The undulating terrain has resulted in clusters of sea-eroded columns, and between these columns, a remarkable sight known as "One Line Sky" has formed, making one feel that "this scenery should only exist in Ding Gou, nowhere else in Penghu can it be found." The entire Ding Gou Islets are made up of dense columnar basalt, which is dark in color and, like Ji Shan Yu, often contains olivine clasts within the basalt. In winter, the island's reefs, similar to those of Ji Shan Yu, are covered with natural seaweed, which is a common industry owned by nearby villages and provides significant wealth for the residents. Due to the island being part of a reserved area, human interference is minimal. In summer, nearly a thousand Black-faced Spoonbills choose this place as their breeding ground, making it the most important habitat for Black-faced Spoonbills in the northern Penghu area. Taking a boat to the nearby waters easily allows visitors to appreciate the graceful dance of the Black-faced Spoonbills.
