Shun Cheng Gate Introduction
Magong City, also known as "Penghu City" or "Guangxu City," is the latest official city built in Taiwan. During the Sino-French War, Penghu was easily captured by the French army. After the peace treaty, Liu Mingchuan, the governor-general of Taiwan, and Yang Changjun, the governor of Fujian and Zhejiang, discussed defense matters and deemed it necessary to construct a military defensive city in Penghu. Under the supervision of the then-Penghu general Wu Hongluo, the construction was completed in the 15th year of Guangxu (1889). Magong City features six gates, including Chaoyang Gate (East Gate, now demolished), Jixu Gate (South Gate, now demolished), Gongchen Gate (North Gate, now demolished), Yingxun Gate (South Gate, now demolished), Daximen Gate (now Zhongxing Gate), and Shuncheng Gate, which are the only remaining ruins of Magong City (a designated historical site). If you wish to enjoy the beautiful view of Magong Harbor, climbing the enemy tower of Shuncheng Gate is a great choice!
