Dongqing Bay Introduction
Dongqing Bay is located on the eastern part of Lanyu (Orchid Island), and it is the largest bay on the island. The bay stretches about half a kilometer from the front of Dongqing Village to the south, making it quite narrow. The Dongqing Bay that is commonly referred to, where many plank canoes (paddling boats) are parked, actually refers to the natural harbor "Dongqing Harbor", surrounded by rocks and located in front of Dongqing Village. When visitors arrive at Dongqing Bay, they often see numerous plank canoes resting on the shore. As the name suggests, plank canoes are made from pieces of wood joined together rather than carved from one large piece of wood. At sunrise, it is common to see people waiting for the dawn at Dongqing Bay, with the deep blue harbor and the canoes on the shore as a backdrop along with the ever-changing clouds at sunrise, making it one of the most representative landscapes of Lanyu. If you want to capture the sunrise, it is recommended to check the sunrise time from the Central Weather Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications and arrive 30 to 60 minutes early to fully capture the changes in the sky. Plank canoes hold significant importance in the culture of the Tao people. Therefore, there are traditional taboos concerning plank canoes, such as women not being allowed to touch them and outsiders not being permitted to casually touch or photograph them. Although these taboos have gradually loosened with the development of tourism, there are also businesses in recent years that allow visitors to experience riding the plank canoes; if visitors are interested, they can inquire with local operators for an experience, but it is still advised to refrain from touching them without permission. More travel tips for Lanyu.