Cross-Sea Bridge Introduction
The Penghu Cross-Sea Bridge is a total length of 2,494 meters, spanning the Houbin Channel between Baisha and Xiyu (Fisherman Island), an area known for its rapid currents. The waters become particularly turbulent during the northeast monsoon in winter, making navigation difficult. Construction of the bridge began in 1965 and it was completed and opened to traffic in 1970 to alleviate the transportation difficulties between Xiyu and Baisha. Due to severe corrosion and bridge collapses thereafter, the embankment was widened in 1984 and a new dual-lane bridge was completed and opened in 1996. The bridge, resembling a long rainbow over the sea, not only has tourism value but also facilitates smooth traffic between Xiyu and Baisha. To this day, remnants of early concrete pillars and frames can still be seen in the northern sea area at the Xiyu end of the bridge, along with weathered bridge piers on the Xiyu side, which tell the story of how high-voltage power was transmitted across the sea to the early electricity supply in Xiyu, marking a poignant chapter in the history of the old bridge's retirement. Source: Penghu National Scenic Area Administration【Recommended Stay Time】0.5 hours
