Qimei Island Lighthouse Introduction
Qimei Island is located at the southernmost tip of the Penghu Islands and is the fifth largest island among the ninety islands in Penghu. It is also the second highest island, with an elevation of about 66 meters, second only to Miao Island. Since ancient times, it has been a strategic point in the Taiwan Strait and has served as a transit stop for residents from the mainland moving to Taiwan. The Qimei Lighthouse is located at the top of the southern cliff of Qimei Island. Constructed in 1937, it is the last lighthouse built in Penghu. After renovation in 1989, it stands 8.3 meters tall and emits 8,000 candela, with a light range of up to 19 nautical miles. Also known as the "Nanhuh Lighthouse," it is the southernmost lighthouse in the Penghu archipelago and serves as a navigation marker for vessels in the southern waters of Penghu. The lighthouse is white, 8.3 meters high, and is a reinforced concrete structure, being the last lighthouse built by the Japanese in Taiwan. Due to its open-style design, during the windy season from September to December, salt deposits and mud often cover the glass outside the lantern or invade the crystal glass inside, requiring frequent cleaning and maintenance by the lighthouse keeper, which is quite labor-intensive. Note: The lighthouse is currently not open for public visits. Recommended stay time: 0.5 hours.
