Tongpan Island Lotus Seat Introduction
The southwest coast of Tongpan Island features a wave-cut platform, also known as the erosion platform or wave-cut shelf. As the name suggests, the continuous erosion by the waves causes the cliffs to gradually retreat, forming a flat rock platform that is almost at the same height as the sea surface. On this wave-cut platform, there is a structure called the Lotus Seat, which is actually a formation of a submarine volcano. Its surrounding area is often eroded by seawater, creating a depression, with only a small hill rising in the center. From a distance, it looks like a lotus seat, which is how it got its name; the locals also refer to it as "Lotus Platform." The outer ring of the Lotus Seat is surrounded by basalt, and in the center, there is seawater left behind during high tide, along with some mottled traces of the basalt that have been eroded by seawater. When the tide recedes and the seawater pulls back, the entire Lotus Seat becomes visible, resembling a lotus rising from the water. If accompanied by the glowing sunset, it truly creates an illusion of being in a fairyland.
Lotus Seat, Tungkang Island
Tongpan Islet Lotus Seat
