Nanshiyu Fort Introduction
Nanyu Castle, constructed from basalt blocks sourced from Qimei Island, has a unique design that differs from typical city walls. The black basalt forms a two-story wall structure, with the entrance and wall surface comprised of curved and bracketed columns. The city walls are incredibly sturdy, exuding a formidable presence; the arched entrance and the continuous arched wall enhance the artistic and three-dimensional quality of the castle against the blue sky. The origin of Nanyu Castle reveals the heritage of the Chen family on Qimei Island. Inside the city gate, there is an inscription on a stone tablet titled "Reconstruction of Nanyu Castle," which records how Chen Jin, an ancestor of the Chen family, migrated from the then-called Bazha Island to Nanyu (an ancient geographical name) along with his mother during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, settling in the area known as "Jianshan Jiao" and marrying into the Zhang family. After decades of hard work, the family flourished and accumulated substantial wealth, prompting the construction of Nanyu Castle for protection against thieves. The entire family resided within the confines of Nanyu Castle, leading the local area to be referred to as "Inside the Castle." Nanyu Castle is a commemorative structure built by the Chen family to honor their ancestors' efforts in cultivating Qimei. The Chen family has generously offered the buildings and land of Nanyu Castle for public use, making it a well-known landmark on Qimei Island. 【Recommended Stay Duration】 0.5 hours
A wall building made of black basalt stone, approximately two stories high.
