Nanyucheng, Qimei Introduction
Nanyu Castle is a fortress constructed from basalt blocks produced on Qimei Island. Its design differs from typical city walls, featuring approximately two floors of walls made of black basalt, with the main gate and wall surfaces consisting of arched and bracket-style columns. The walls are extremely sturdy and imposing; the arched entrance and the continuous curves of the castle walls enhance the artistic and three-dimensional feel of the castle against the blue sky. The origin of Nanyu Castle reflects the lineage of the Chen family on Qimei Island. Inside the stone gate of Nanyu Castle is a plaque inscribed with "Record of the Reconstruction of Nanyu Castle," documenting the ancestry of Chen Jin, who moved from the then Eight Covers Island to Nanyu (an ancient place name) along with his mother during the Qianlong era of the Qing Dynasty. They settled at "Jianshanjiao" and formed a union with the Zhang family. After decades of effort, the family prospered and accumulated significant wealth, leading to the construction of Nanyu Castle for protection against thieves. The entire family resided within the confines of Nanyu Castle, and the local area is thus referred to as "inside the castle." Nanyu Castle is a commemorative structure built by the Chen family of Qimei to honor their ancestors' labor in the reclamation of the island. The Chen family has generously made the building and land of Nanyu Castle available for public use, making it a notable landmark on Qimei Island. 【Suggested visit time】 0.5 hours.
A wall structure made of black basalt, approximately two stories high.
