Lingtou Beach Introduction
In addition to the romantic scenery, LinTou Beach also offers the experience of the traditional fishing method called "Qian Gu" in Penghu. LinTou Village is one of the few places in Penghu that continues the tradition of "Qian Gu." This method was commonly used by Penghu's ancestors to catch fish. However, with advancements in modern fishing gear and changes in lifestyle, "Qian Gu" has gradually declined and has now become a local tourist experience. "Qian Gu" involves using a beach seine for fishing, suitable for shallow sandy beaches without reefs. It is typically carried out during dawn or dusk. Fishermen first take small boats to the outer areas, where they place the fishing net into the sea. Those onshore then secure the two ends of the net to the shore and work together to pull the net towards the shore, ultimately hauling in the catch. The catch varies by season and commonly includes fish such as mackerel, flatfish, and squid. If small fish or non-edible marine creatures are caught in the net, they are returned to the sea.
