Whale Cave Introduction
Xiaomen Whale Cave is located in Xiaomen Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County. Originally, the Whale Cave was a basalt cape, but after long-term exposure to the northeast monsoon and continuous erosion by seawater, a coastal arch was formed through wave erosion, resembling a whale stranded on the beach, thus earning the name "Whale Cave." The area around Xiaomen Whale Cave features basalt geological formations, resulting in relatively poor terrain where plants struggle to grow; only cacti have adapted to this environmental condition. Walking along the slope, one can see many cacti thriving despite the barren terrain, with some even blooming beautiful flowers, making a striking impression. Near the Whale Gate, one can see the "Beehive Fields" not far away. This unusual sight was created by locals in the past to shield plants and crops from the adverse effects of the strong northeast monsoon during winter, developing beehive-shaped stone structures as a windbreak to facilitate the growth of vegetation. It's a very unique scene. Photo source: Taiwan Tourism Bureau - Tourism Information Website (https://www.taiwan.net.tw/m1.aspx?sNo=0001125&id=659)【Recommended stay time】2 hours
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