Dongtai Isle, Xiyu

Penghu Attractions

東臺古堡牆身均為白色,東臺古堡門額上「西嶼東臺」為劉銘傳所題
東臺古堡牆身均為白色,東臺古堡門額上「西嶼東臺」為劉銘傳所題

Xiyu Dongtai, also known as "Dongtai Ancient Fortress," is located in Neian Village, Xiyu Township. It was constructed under the supervision of Liu Mingchuan during the thirteenth year of the Guangxu era of the Qing Dynasty, introducing Western-style fortifications for maritime defense and military purposes. Positioned facing south and north, it has played a significant role in many battles and is now designated as a first-level historic monument, rich in historical significance.

Address:No. 379-4, Neian Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County

Dongtai Isle, Xiyu Introduction

After the conclusion of the Qing-French War in 1885, Governor Yang Changjun of Fujian and Zhejiang, along with Taiwan Governor Liu Mingchuan, personally inspected Penghu and proposed that "the island of Penghu is isolated and dangerous, serving as the gateway to Fujian and Taiwan. It is necessary to build strong forts, purchase powerful cannons, and station a strong army to adequately defend it." They repeatedly requested to strengthen the maritime defense of Penghu and suggested building a city at Magong. The Qing court adopted this proposal and appointed Wu Hongluo as the first general of Penghu. Upon his arrival in Penghu, Wu was ordered to construct Magong City and built four new Armstrong-style coastal artillery fortifications: Beichung Fort, Jinguaitou Fort, Xiyu Dongtai, and Xiyu Xitai. In the 21st year of the Guangxu era (1895), during the Battle of Penghu between Qing forces and Japanese troops, the Japanese land forces landed at Longmenli on the eastern side of the main island and advanced westward towards Magong City, with documented combat records between the garrison at Xiyu Dongtai and the Japanese army. In World War II, due to the U.S. military's island-hopping strategy after capturing the Philippines, they bypassed Taiwan and Penghu to directly attack Okinawa, thus the coastal artillery fortifications on Penghu Island did not engage in direct combat with U.S. naval ships and were preserved without being destroyed. Xiyu Dongtai was designated a national historic site by the Ministry of the Interior on November 23, 1991. Source: National Cultural Heritage Database【Recommended stay duration】 2 hours.

Dongtai Fortress faces north and has the architectural style of barracks. Dongtai Fortress faces north and has the architectural style of barracks.
Dongtai Fort Dongtai Fort

Dongtai Isle, Xiyu Travel Information

Address:No. 379-4, Neian Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County


Transportation Methods:Departing from Magong, take County Road 203 towards Xiyu Township, then continue on Township Road 8, and finally on Township Road 5. It takes about 56 minutes to arrive.


Tickets:Free admission


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