Chi Mei Nan Yu City Introduction
Nanyucheng, a fortress built with basalt blocks produced on Qimei Island, has a design distinct from ordinary walls. The walls, constructed from black basalt, rise to about two stories high, with the entrance and wall surface comprised of arch-shaped and bracketed columns. The fortress walls are incredibly sturdy and exude a commanding presence; the arched entrance and the continuous arches of the wall highlight the skyline's curves against the blue sky, showcasing the artistic and three-dimensional aspect of this castle. The origin of Nanyucheng reveals the lineage of the Chen family on Qimei Island. Inside the stone gate of Nanyucheng, a stone tablet inscribed with "Record of the Restoration of Nanyucheng" chronicles the story of the Chen ancestor, Chen Jin, who migrated from the then Eight-Mast Island to Nanyu (an ancient place name) with his mother during the Qing Dynasty under the reign of Qianlong, and settled in the local area known as "Jianshanjia." The family later intertwined with the Zhang family, and after decades of hard work, they thrived and amassed considerable wealth. To protect against thieves, they built this fortress, with the entire family residing within its bounds, leading to the local area being referred to as "Within the Castle." Nanyucheng is a commemorative structure erected by the Chen family in gratitude for their ancestors' labor in cultivating Qimei. The Chen family has generously made the buildings and land of Nanyucheng available for public use, making it a notable landmark on Qimei Island. 【Suggested stay duration】 0.5 hours
Open city area, free admission.
