Penghu Ocean Geological Park Center

Penghu Attractions

澎湖海洋地質公園中心外觀
澎湖海洋地質公園中心外觀

Penghu Ocean Geology Park Center, located near Magong City Office, is a geological center established by the government. The center features an introduction to the geology park, as well as information on Penghu's nature reserves, including maps of the Matsu Bird Sanctuary, Qimei Stone Factory, the Penghu geological timeline, geological parks from around the world, geological parks in Taiwan, a theme on stone materials, Penghu's unique landscapes, and an introduction to basalt, among other rich and detailed content.

Address:71 Xinning Road, Magong City, Penghu County (Next to Magong City Office)

Penghu Ocean Geological Park Center Introduction

♦Penghu Marine Geology Park Center♦ The Penghu Marine Geology Park Center, established by the Penghu County Government, is located next to the Third Fishing Port, just a street away from Magong City Hall. The Geology Center provides information about the geology park, as well as maps for natural reserves in Penghu, including the Cat Island seabird reserve and the Seven Beauties stone tool factory, a geological timeline of Penghu, geological parks from various countries, Taiwanese geological parks, the theme of stone materials in daily life, and unique landscapes of Penghu, among other detailed exhibits. Although the indoor space is not large, it is divided into 15 sections, which include: "Showcase of Penghu Basalt," "Unique Landscapes of Penghu," "Introduction to Basalt," "Geological Timeline of Penghu," "Six Major Geological Parks of Penghu," "Natural and Seabird Reserves of Penghu," "Seven Beauties Stone Tool Factory," "Shared Assets of the World," "Theme of Stone Materials in Daily Life," "Audio-Visual Room," "Library and Stone Craftsmanship," and "Interactive Educational Activities." Particularly, the exterior of the Geology Center is primarily made of stone and features a combination of traditional and Japanese architectural styles, making it a distinctive building. The interior is divided into several exhibition areas, featuring wooden stairs that lead to higher levels for better appreciation of the exhibits. There are also many areas dedicated to scientific education for children! Rock Blue Cave - VR Experience To allow visitors to glimpse the beauty of Penghu's natural secrets, the Penghu County Government has set up a mini Blue Cave VR experience theater within the Penghu Marine Geology Park Center. The exterior walls simulate basalt, and soft blue lighting is projected on the floor, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of entering a mysterious blue cave. Players will sit in dynamic chairs, wear VR goggles, and experience the beauty of Penghu's geological landscape through 360-degree panoramic photography, embarking on an adventure that cannot be accomplished in real life. The mini Blue Cave VR experience theater currently offers two films for visitors: "Overlooking Penghu 360," a drone film, and "Penghu Underwater 360," an underwater photography film. Visitors can choose their preferred film according to their interests. Experience Location: Penghu Marine Geology Park Center (No. 71, Xinming Road, Magong City) Open Experience Time: Monday to Sunday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Inquiry Phone: 06-9269737 / 06-9269117 *To maintain experience quality, all equipment usage is by online reservation only. Please follow the staff's guidance when using the equipment. *Before entry, temperatures will be measured, and masks must be worn. Those with body temperatures exceeding 37.5 degrees Celsius will be prohibited from entry. Thank you for your cooperation. *This equipment is designed for two-person use at a time. If you do not arrive on time for your reserved time, please cooperate with staff instructions to fill in during available time slots. 【Overlooking Penghu 360】 "Overlooking Penghu 360" simulates the perspective of a tern flying in the sky, captured by drones over the complex archipelago of Penghu, consisting of nearly a hundred islands. The aerial view allows for a better understanding and appreciation of the unique and breathtaking natural landscape formed by the basalt terrain of the Penghu archipelago. The film showcases many famous basalt geological attractions in Penghu, such as the Blue Cave (also known as Zao Long) in the Southern Four Islands, the Twin Heart Stone Weir and Little Taiwan in Qimei, Tuban Island, known as the Yellowstone of the Sea, the Moses Crossing between Kui Bi Mountain and Chi Yu, the most beautiful Shawei Beach in Jibei, the Whale Cave in Xiaom door Island, and the coral reef ecosystem known as the Mystery Forest growing on the underwater continental shelf. The total length of the film is approximately 3.5 minutes, filled with beautiful scenery that makes viewers eager to explore in person. Seeing the beauty of the basalt terrain in Penghu leaves a deeper impression of this basalt homeland, allowing for greater appreciation and affection. 【Penghu Underwater 360】 "Penghu Underwater 360" is an underwater film specially directed by Yuan Xu Hu, known for his underwater photography film "East Longitude North Latitude." This film utilizes 360-degree photography technology and 4K underwater photography technology, providing a panoramic view of the wonders beneath the sea of the Penghu archipelago. The film is 2 minutes and 30 seconds long, capturing well-known underwater spots in the Penghu archipelago, including the underwater mailbox, lock port, coral garden, West Ji Fortress, lavender forest, East Ji Corridor, mackerel shoal, and the underwater corridor between East and West Ji. The film not only allows viewers to reminisce about the underwater scenes from the movie "East Longitude North Latitude," but also showcases a variety of vibrant underwater sceneries. Moreover, considering Director Yuan Xu Hu's concern for marine ecology, this film aims to raise awareness and importance of the marine environment while displaying rich underwater ecology and beautiful marine landscapes. 【Recommended Stay Time】 2 hours

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