Tongliang Ancient Banyan Tree Introduction
The Tongliang Ancient Banyan Tree is located in Tongliang Village, Baisha Township, Penghu County. It has stood in front of the local Bao'an Temple for over three hundred years and is the oldest banyan tree on Penghu Island. Despite its advanced age of over three centuries, it remains standing firm, with dense foliage spreading in all directions, creating a large natural shaded resting area. This tree witnesses the history of Penghu over three hundred years, holding significant historical and cultural meaning. With its vast coverage and legendary background, it is considered one of the famous "sacred trees" in Taiwan, known locally as "Tongliang Banyan, Chikan Temple." Upon entering Bao'an Temple, one can clearly see the natural shade created by the intertwined branches of the banyan tree, which has been guarding the temple, ensuring that it is always bustling with worshippers, drawing many visitors. The Tongliang Ancient Banyan Tree is home to many stone tablets inscribed by ancient people, mostly commemorating the tree's lushness and longevity. Such a vigorous tree at this age is quite rare and needs to be actively preserved. If you visit Bao'an Temple to see the Tongliang Ancient Banyan Tree, please remember to leave no traces behind apart from memories and photographs! [Suggested duration of stay] 0.5 hours.
