Youzi Lake Introduction
Yuzu Lake is not actually a lake, but a small fishing village that was developed in earlier years. The term "lake" is a mispronunciation derived from the Minnan language word for "cove." Situated to the north of Hsienping, Yuzu Lake was once a small fishing village. Although all the residents have since moved away, the traditional houses built with coral reef rocks (known as "laogushi") are quite distinctive. When the evening glow is reflected on the ancient ruins, the warm hues contribute to a strong sense of nostalgia. In addition to appreciating the settlement at the time, you can join a local guide to explore popular hidden gems along the coast near Yuzu Lake, such as Wanku Cave, Green Lake, and Blue Cave. You can feel the cool breeze within the caves, dive into the Blue Cave to admire the underwater azure world, or jump into Green Lake to swim and enjoy the refreshing summer sea. The seaside views near Yuzu Lake feature the most natural and varied coastline on Green Island, with geological landscapes including coral skirts, white coral sandy beaches, the black Yuzu Lake mass rock, and volcanic necks. Nearby, there are sea-eroded caves, fronted by skirt-shaped coral reef rocks, each with unique shapes, making it an excellent spot to observe intertidal organisms and crabs. Feeling the refreshing breeze in the cave is a great way to cool off, listen to the waves, and relax. Looking out from the cave at the blue sky, white clouds, and the lush undulating mountains makes the beauty of Green Island unforgettable. Yuzu Lake is an important prehistoric site on Green Island that has been of great interest to scholars since the Japanese occupation period. Further investigations and excavations by archaeologists have unearthed a significant amount of prehistoric animal bones, fish bones, shells, pottery fragments, as well as graves and shell mounds, suggesting that prehistoric humans on Green Island had close connections with groups from the eastern region and Hengchun Peninsula, thus holding significant importance in archaeological history.
