Huxi Red Brick Kiln Factory Introduction
The brick kiln industry in Penghu has declined and is now mostly out of production or completely vanished. There were once four brick factories in the area, all located in Huxi Township: two in Hongluo, one in Lintou, and one in Jianshan. Remnants of the Hongluo brick kiln can still be found beside County Road 202. The bricks at the Hongluo brick kiln are made using a climbing kiln, also known as a step kiln, and the entire structure is built with red bricks. It is constructed at a nearly inclined angle to facilitate the movement of workers. The Hongluo brick kiln consists of three climbing kilns, two in the south and one in the north. The southern kiln has 17 chamber kilns while the northern kiln has 15, each chamber being around 12 to 15 ping and over 150 meters long, making it unparalleled in scale across Taiwan. At its peak, a single climbing kiln could produce 450,000 bricks at full capacity. However, as hollow bricks and mechanized brick factories began to sweep through Penghu, the Hongluo brick factory ultimately faced closure. From a distance, the brick factory presents a picturesque view with its ochre-colored ancient vibe, adorned with arches and square windows; the chimney of the factory stands tall and imposing. As the brick factory is privately owned, visitors are encouraged to greet the owner politely if encountered. 【Suggested stay duration】 15 minutes.
The entire Honglu Brick Kiln is constructed with red bricks.
