Hujing West Mountain Park Introduction
Hujing Island is divided into East Mountain and West Mountain, with the village located in the flat area between the two mountains. East Mountain is currently a military-controlled area and is not open to the public, while West Mountain was transformed into Hujing West Mountain Park after the military withdrew. The most eye-catching feature in West Mountain Park is a large statue of Guanyin made of white marble and the eighteen Arhats, each with different expressions. This Guanyin statue was donated by villagers living in Hong Kong and was carved by artisans from China. The details and lines of the statue are very vivid, and due to its size, it had to be transported in three parts before being reassembled in Hujing! While walking in West Mountain Park, you might discover many agave plants, which are drought-resistant and adaptable, often seen in Penghu. However, the edges of the agave leaves are very sharp, and in the past, agave was planted along coastlines for defense purposes. Hujing is also famous for its three treasures: centipede wine, cactus juice, and fresh fish soup. Hujing produces large red-footed centipedes, and it is said that the centipede wine is effective for treating rheumatism and skin diseases. However, due to regulations that allow homemade alcohol for personal use only, the once-popular centipede wine is no longer available. Nevertheless, you can still enjoy cactus juice and fresh fish soup!
