Beiliao Recreational Area Introduction
The "Kuibih Lianhui" of Beiliao Kuibishan is one of the Eight Sights of Penghu during the Qing Dynasty. The coastline on the eastern side of Kuibishan, between the uninhabited island "Chiyu," reveals an S-shaped pebble walkway about 300 meters long during low tide, making it a popular spot for tourists seeking water play and eco-tourism in recent years. However, it has been noted that the water rises quickly upon returning, so it is essential to calculate the tides carefully and shorten the stay duration to avoid danger. The origin of the name Kuibishan comes from the view of the mountain from the sea, resembling a turtle lying on the surface of the ocean, hence the name "Guibie Mountain." The name was later changed based on a poem by the Penghu jinshi Cai Tinglan, who referred to "Kuibih" in the line "Kuibih Shuanghui Lieu Xiu Lian," incorporating it into one of the Eight Sights of Penghu. "Kuibih" refers to the stars in the sky, the Kai and Bi constellations, and Kuibih Lianhui symbolizes the stars in the sky reflecting the fishing lights on the sea, creating a natural beautiful scene. **Player's Tips:** It is safer to experience the underwater pathway three hours before low tide; in the autumn, the pathway will be submerged 5-6 hours after it opens during the day. Please do not stay on the pathway to avoid danger. In summer, you can arrive at Kuibishan before dawn to enjoy the sunrise; if you encounter low tide, you can climb to Chiyu to watch the sunrise, preferably with a local guide to avoid danger. At night, you can enjoy the islands and fishing lights under the moonlight in the Kuibishan sea area, perhaps gaining a deeper understanding of this ancient scenic spot "Kuibih Lianhui." A suggested schedule for the Beiliao Chiyu tidal trail links to the star-watching spots outside Beiliao Geopark, where Chiyu is about 300 meters away from the main island. During high tide, it becomes an independent small island, and after a certain period of low tide, a pebble pathway gradually reveals itself, widening as the tide goes out, splitting the sea level into two sides. In the "Canon EOS 650D - Penghu Chapter" advertisement film, time-lapse photography beautifully illustrates the miraculous separation of the sea, akin to Moses parting the Red Sea.
Beiliao Recreation Area
Beiliu Recreation Area
