Jinren and Magang Trail Introduction
Enjoy exclusive tranquility on the Aokou Trail. In Nangan, Matsu, there are two trails winding through the mountains. One is the "Jinren Trail," which connects the villages of Jinxia and Ren'ai. Starting from Tiebian, the trail passes by Tiebao and reaches Jinxia, where it offers a fantastic vantage point to overlook the entire Jinxia settlement and admire the sunset! Walking along the wooden path, the beautiful mountain town scenery of Jinxia unfolds before your eyes, particularly during sunset when the golden sunlight bathes the roofs of the Min Dong-style buildings, creating a stunning sight. The other trail, the "Magang Trail," starts from Jinxia Reservoir, passes through Shengtian Park, and walks all the way to Matsu Village. Strolling along the trail, the vast sea view is refreshing, with colorful azaleas blooming along the roadside in spring. At the end of summer and the beginning of autumn, the red flower of Lycoris radiata, also known as the spider lily, adds charm to the landscape. Each season showcases different scenery, making it ideal for hiking or walking. Originally, the Jinren and Magang trails served as military supply roads. Due to a lack of cement and building materials during construction, only two elongated surfaces resembling tracks were laid in the middle for military vehicles to traverse. Although most of the military roads on the island have been converted to concrete roads, the majority of the trail still retains the features of the original military paths.
