Erkan Grassland

Penghu Attractions

二崁草原
二崁草原

Erkan Grassland, with strong sunlight and little rain, is not conducive to the growth of shrubs. Low and wind-resistant vegetation has grown on the flat plateaus surrounding the Erkan settlement, creating a smooth expanse of green, commonly known as Erkan Grassland.

Address:Southern area of Erkan Community, Xiyu Township, Penghu County

Erkan Grassland Introduction

Erkan Plateau Grassland has strong sunlight and is dry with little rain, which is not conducive to the growth of shrubs. Low wind-resistant grass and other plants have grown around the Erkan settlement on the terrace, creating a flat, lush green area, commonly referred to as Erkan Grassland. The visual effect of the grassland resembles a soft green carpet. During summer, the grassland is rich and vast, offering a clean environment; in 2002, a McDonald's advertisement chose to promote the "wildly dancing dry grass" of Erkan Grassland under the winter monsoon to the world. While the grassland seems distant, it does not feel tiring to gaze upon. Erkan Grassland has a European feel, with agave and daisies dotted throughout, reaching towards the sky. In the summer, visitors sometimes fly kites during the dusks on the grassland, embodying a leisurely atmosphere. During the Japanese occupation era, there were 20 yellow cattle raised here; after population migration and the agriculture land being left fallow, only a few elderly cows, forgotten in farming, now lie low on the grassland. Occasionally, residents from neighboring villages bring cows here, causing the Erkan Grassland to come alive with the sounds of cattle, currently, there are also flocks of sheep grazing, giving it a more vibrant feel. The plateau grassland generally refers to the area between Dakeng Kou Ding and Lipzaikou to Dagua Ye columnar basalt, which has never been the core of industrial activities for the Erkan people but is an essential element of the beautiful scenery of Erkan. [Recommended stay time] 1 hour.

Erkan Grassland overlooking Erkan Settlement Erkan Grassland overlooking Erkan Settlement
Vast Erkan Grassland Vast Erkan Grassland

Erkan Grassland Travel Information

Address:Southern area of Erkan Community, Xiyu Township, Penghu County


Transportation Methods:Departing from Magong, follow County Road 203 towards Baisha Township, then take Township Road 8, and continue on Township Road 3. It takes about 48 minutes to reach Erkan from Magong.


Tickets:Free admission


Other Nearby Attractions: Erkan Settlement Conservation AreaErkan Traditional Settlement Preservation AreaFisherman's Wharf Visitor CenterXiaomen Natural MonumentErkan Chen's Old HouseXiao Chi Jiao Hyperbolic Bridge & Humu Stone WeirDaguaye Columnar BasaltXiao Chi ReservoirDaguoyeh Columnar BasaltDream Beach


Nearby Cuisine: Shepherd's Cafe (Xiyu Township)Erma Douhua (Xiyu Township)Ah Hung's Restaurant (Xiyu Township)Ahong's Restaurant (Western Islet Township)Fish Good Sashimi Specialty Store【Xiyu Township】Kekou Bingcheng, 西嶼鄉 (Xiyu Township)Qingxin Restaurant, Xiyu TownshipChing Hsin RestaurantHe Hsing Mian Xian FactoryStar and Moon Bay Tian Mama Restaurant


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