Pomelo Lake Introduction
Youzi Lake is not actually a lake but a small fishing village developed in earlier years. The term "lake" is actually a mispronunciation of the Minnan language word "ao." Youzi Lake is located to the north of Hsiasanping and was once a small fishing village. Although all the residents have moved away, the traditional houses made of coral reef rocks (called laogu stones) are quite distinctive. When the evening glow reflects on the ancient house ruins, the yellowish colors add a nostalgic flavor. Besides appreciating the village itself, visitors can follow local guides to explore popular secret spots along the coastline near Youzi Lake, such as Wangu Cave, Cui Lake, and Blue Cave. Experience the cool breeze inside the caves, dive into the Blue Cave to admire the underwater azure world, or jump into Cui Lake to swim and enjoy the refreshing summer ocean. The seaside views near Youzi Lake showcase the most natural and varied coastline of Green Island, featuring coral skirts, white coral sand beaches, black Youzi Lake cluster rocks, volcanic necks, and other geological landscapes. Nearby, there are sea-eroded caves with skirt-shaped coral reef rocks at the entrance, which have unique shapes and are excellent places to observe intertidal creatures and crabs. Feeling the refreshing breeze inside the cave is a great way to cool off, listen to the waves, and relax. From inside the cave, looking out at the blue sky and white clouds and the lush undulating mountains makes the beauty of Green Island unforgettable. Youzi Lake is an important prehistoric site on Green Island, which was valued by scholars during the Japanese occupation period. Later, archaeological investigations and excavations unearthed a large number of prehistoric animal bones, fish bones, shells, pottery shards, as well as burial sites and shell mounds, indicating that prehistoric humans on Green Island had close ties with the eastern and Hengchun Peninsula communities, making it of significant importance in archaeological history.
