Wangfu Stone

Penghu Attractions

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Chimei Island is known for the dangerous and arduous fishing work of the men who live there, leading to the early nickname "Island of Widows." Legend has it that a loving couple lived near the Wishing Husband Rock. One day, the husband went out to sea to fish and did not return for a long time. The wife waited by the shore for her husband to return, day after day, until she could no longer endure hunger and cold, ultimately passing away. Later, she was buried by the sea, and the stone coast seemingly weathered into the likeness of a woman lying back, complete with hair, body, feet, and a pregnant belly, giving rise to the legend of Wishing Husband Rock.

Address:Wangfu Stone, Qimei Township, Penghu County

Wangfu Stone Introduction

Qimei Islet is known as the "Widow Island" due to the dangerous and arduous fishing work of the men on the island, which often leads to accidents. Legend has it that near the Wangfu Rock lived a loving couple. One day, the husband went out to sea for fishing and did not return for a long time. The wife waited alone on the shore day after day, unable to bear the hunger and cold, and eventually perished. Later generations buried her by the sea, and the stone coast eventually weathered into the shape of a woman lying down, including features like hair, body, feet, and a pregnant belly, thus spreading the legend of Wangfu Rock. Visitors at Wangfu Rock can not only enjoy the scenic views but also cross the stone bridge to reach the tidal pools, where small fish and crabs play, providing a natural ecology classroom. However, caution should be taken during low tide to avoid accidents.

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Wangfu Stone Travel Information

Address:Wangfu Stone, Qimei Township, Penghu County


Transportation Methods:1. Wangfu Rock is located in Qimei Township. You can choose to fly or take a boat to Qimei Township, and then ride a scooter or take a tour bus to reach the rock, which can be seen by heading south from Nanhuh Port towards Qimei Lighthouse. 2. If you choose to take a boat, you need to depart from the South Sea Yacht Harbor in the city area (25 Xinying Road) using the Transportation Administration's ferry or a private speedboat (operates only during peak season) to get there. The boat ride takes about 70 minutes (the ferry takes 2 hours). 3. If you choose to fly, Daily, Daily Air operates flights between Magong, Qimei, and Kaohsiung.


Other Nearby Attractions: Wangfu StoneQimei TombYue Li Bay Recreation AreaQimei Visitor CenterQimei People's MoundDriftwood Water Recreation Center (Suspected to be Closed)Liwan Recreation AreaBamboo Hill Cultural SpaceXiamiao, QimeiDashi Scenic Area


Nearby Cuisine: Qimei Fishing Village Restaurant【Qimei Township】


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