Qimei Lighthouse Introduction
Qimei Island is located at the southernmost tip of the Penghu Archipelago and is the fifth largest island among the ninety islands in Penghu. It is also the second highest island, rising about 66 meters above sea level, second only to Miao Island. Historically, it has been a strategic point in the Taiwan Strait and a transit station for mainland residents migrating to Taiwan. The Qimei Lighthouse is situated at the southern cliff of Qimei Island, constructed in 1937, and is the last lighthouse built in Penghu. After renovations in 1989, it stands 8.3 meters tall, with an intensity of 8000 candlepower, and its light can be seen up to 19 nautical miles away. The Qimei Lighthouse, also known as the "Nanhou Lighthouse," is the southernmost lighthouse in the Penghu Islands and serves as a navigation guide for vessels in the southern waters of Penghu. The tower is white, 8.3 meters tall, and constructed of reinforced concrete, making it the last lighthouse built by the Japanese in Taiwan. Due to its open-style structure, salt and mud often accumulate on the lantern's outer glass or seep into the crystal glass during the windy season from September to December, requiring frequent cleaning and maintenance by the lighthouse keeper, which can be quite laborious. Note: The lighthouse is currently not open for public visits. 【Recommended stay time】 0.5 hours.
