Hau'ao Village Introduction
**Hou'ao Village: A Traditional Seaside Fishing Village** With a history of over a hundred years, Hou'ao Village is a typical seaside fishing village. Located at the far end of Beigan, if we consider Baisha Village, it is the easternmost village of Beigan Island, hence the name "Hou'ao." Strolling through Hou'ao Village, you will find quaint traditional settlement scenes, with little modern development. The villagers call the northwest bay "Aoli," facing northeast, which serves as a common shelter for fishing boats. At low tide, the seawater recedes beyond the bay entrance, exposing a vast sandy beach of about 4 to 5 hectares. In the past, traveling from Hou'ao to Tangqi required wading through a long stretch of beach. Nowadays, a road has been built to connect the two villages, making it more convenient for local residents to travel. However, with Tangqi Village bustling yet separated by the airport runway and the Tanghou beach, it still feels secluded and independent. **Yankong Eight Generals Temple: The Local Guardian Deity** In Hou'ao Village, the Yankong Eight Generals Temple boasts a thriving following. Every festival, villagers expand their worship rituals. The main deity enshrined, Yankong Eight Generals, is said to have perished while eliminating the sea dragon that plagued the area with heavy rains. After his death, he frequently appeared to bless the villagers of Hou'ao. To commemorate him, the temple was established, and it has become the local guardian deity. **Must-Try Matsu Specialty: Flavorful Fish Noodles** "Fish noodles" are among the best souvenirs to recommend from Matsu. As the name suggests, fish is the main ingredient. After being processed into fish paste, it is combined with wheat starch and salt, flattened, baked, refrigerated, and then cut into strips. Utilizing natural sunlight enhances the texture of the fish noodles, making them chewy and full of local flavor, a culinary delight worth tasting in person.
