Hou Shih Churn Reef Introduction
The Ryukyu Islands are home to many rugged and bizarre rock formations, most of which are concentrated near the "Thick Stone Skirt Reef" along the southeastern coastline. Following the circular island road from the Wugui Cave, you will be greeted by a giant boulder that resembles a red sweet potato, with dense foliage on top. From a distance, its overall outline resembles the head of an Indian, hence it is named "Red Sweet Potato Rock". Further down, if you use your imagination, you may discover a rock that resembles Guanyin, sitting gracefully by the shore with its back to the mountain and facing the sea. Upon closer inspection, its facial features are quite distinct! In addition to Red Sweet Potato Rock and Guanyin Rock, there are also Climbing Tiger Rock, Polar Bear Rock, and Mouth Rock, among others. When visiting this area, don’t just take a quick picture and leave; rather, let your imagination run wild and come up with names for these unusual rocks, and craft an exciting and captivating story about them. The cavities in the Thick Stone Skirt Reef area were used by ancient people for salt drying. Due to its favorable geographical and geological environment, it is well-loved by the local residents. The island truly is a unique coral reef island in Taiwan, where everything is used to its fullest potential.
Houshe Reef
Guanyin Rock
