Qimei Island Lighthouse Introduction
Chimei Island is located at the southernmost tip of the Penghu Archipelago, being the fifth largest island among the ninety islands in Penghu, and also the second highest island at approximately 66 meters, 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 Chimei Island Lighthouse is situated at the peak of a cliff on the southern corner of Chimei Island, built in 1937, and is the last lighthouse constructed in Penghu. After renovation in 1989, it stands at 8.3 meters tall, has a brightness of 8000 candelas, and the light can reach 19 nautical miles. The Chimei Island Lighthouse is also known as the "Nanhuh Lighthouse", and it serves as a navigation landmark for vessels in the southern waters of Penghu. The lighthouse is white, 8.3 meters high, and is made of reinforced concrete, being the last lighthouse constructed in Taiwan by the Japanese. Due to its open design, during the windy season from September to December, salt and mud often cover the glass of the lantern or intrude into the crystal glass, requiring lighthouse keepers to frequently clean and maintain it, which is quite labor-intensive. Note: Currently, the lighthouse is not open for public visitation. [Suggested stay time] 0.5 hours.
