Xiyu Ammunition Depot Introduction
National Historical Site West Islet Ammunition Depot Military Culture Park The West Islet Ammunition Depot, as the name suggests, was primarily used for the storage of artillery ammunition. There are two types of cave-style ammunition depots: single-chamber and double-chamber, which store both smokeless and smoky gunpowder. The cave ammunition depot features a double-wall vaulted structure. A circular arch-shaped cave was excavated from the mountainside bedrock, with an outer storage structure built from stacked concrete blocks, and the inner storage space constructed with reinforced concrete. To store smokeless gunpowder, it maintains constant temperature and humidity, with copper sheets lining the side walls to completely isolate electromagnetic pulses and moisture. The earth cave-style ammunition depot is an above-ground structure, with the outer wall made of stone masonry, and the inner wall constructed with wooden boards and raised wooden flooring for moisture prevention. The roof framework uses steel truss, and the roofing tiles are made of cultural tiles, specifically smoked tiles. A lightning rod is also installed on the roof to prevent lightning strikes. These two types of ammunition depots are rare military architecture from the early Japanese colonial period in Taiwan, showcasing the distinctive construction techniques of that era, and have been designated as county-level historical sites for restoration and preservation. Source: Penghu National Scenic Area Administration Closed Days: Every Monday, Tuesday, national holidays, and other necessary closure times announced by the park, as well as days when work is suspended due to government-announced natural disasters. Open for visits during specific holidays or events. Note: There is a break from 12:00 to 14:00; entry is not allowed 30 minutes before closing.
