Xiyu Ammunition Depot Introduction
National Historic Site of Xiyu Ammunition Depot Military Cultural Park The Xiyu Ammunition Depot, as its name suggests, was primarily used for the storage of artillery ammunition. The cave-style ammunition depot comprises both single-cave and double-cave facilities. These dry ammunition storage areas house two different types of gunpowder: smokeless and black powder. The cave ammunition depot features a double-wall dome structure. Initially, a circular arch-shaped cave is carved out of the rocky mountainside, with the exterior structure built using stacked concrete blocks. The inner storage space is constructed with reinforced concrete. To store smokeless gunpowder, besides controlling temperature and humidity, the walls are lined with copper sheets to completely isolate electromagnetic pulses and moisture. The earth-constructed ammunition depot is an above-ground building, with external walls made of stacked stone. The internal walls consist of wooden panels and raised wooden floors for moisture prevention. The roof structure employs a steel truss design, topped with blackened tiles known as cultural tiles. Lightning rods are also installed on the roof to protect against lightning strikes. These two types of ammunition depots are rare examples of military architecture from the early Japanese colonial period in Taiwan, showcasing the construction techniques of that era. As a result, they have been designated as county historic sites for restoration and preservation. Source: Penghu National Scenic Area Administration Closed: Every Monday, Tuesday, national holidays, and other necessary closures announced by the park, as well as on statutory disaster days. Open for special holidays or events. Note: Lunchtime closure is from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM; entry is not allowed 30 minutes before closing.
