Antong Tunnel

Matsu Attractions

安東坑道

One of the must-visit military attractions in Dongyin, the Andong Tunnel is a massive war preparedness tunnel carved through the Dazhong Mountain, where the Dongyin Command is located. Constructed around 1971 during the Cold War, the military released the tunnel in 2002, and the Matsu National Scenic Area Administration undertook renovations, opening it to the public in 2004. The tunnel entrance is camouflaged and located next to the training class area. Walking down the entrance involves a steep slope and approximately 464 steps, leading into the Andong Tunnel, which branches out like a tree, featuring various passages and unexpected sights. The Andong Tunnel, approximately 300 meters long, has eight corridors along the main hallway, including command rooms, large and small dormitories, a Zhongshan room, an operations room, an ammunition depot, washrooms, and even a pigsty, all connecting to the seaside. The observation openings, positioned on the cliffside, were once gun ports, and now serve as excellent viewing platforms for enjoying the sea, seagulls, and fjords. From the openings, unique rock formations are named after their shapes, such as "Indian Head" and "Puppy Head," making it worth a visit for tourists. Exploring the tunnel allows one to see the original construction and brings significant tourism value. Every April, conservation birds such as black-tailed gulls and swallow-tailed gulls migrate south from Japan, nesting and breeding around the tunnel entrance and nearby islets.

Address：Andong Tunnel, Dongyin Township, Matsu

Antong Tunnel Introduction

One of the must-visit military attractions in Dongyin is the Andong Tunnel, a massive military tunnel carved through the second mountain, where the command post is located. It was built during the Cold War around 1971 and was released by the military in 2002. After renovations by the Taiwan Area National Defense Medical Center, it was opened to the public in 2004. The entrance of the tunnel, adorned with camouflage, is located beside the training class. Walking down from the entrance, visitors will descend approximately 464 steps through a steep slope, leading into the branching, cave-like, and well-connected Andong Tunnel. The tunnel, which penetrates the second mountain, has an internal length of about 300 meters, with eight chambers along the corridor, including command rooms, various accommodation rooms, operation rooms, ammunition rooms, washrooms, and even a pig shed, all of which lead to the seaside. The observatory openings, formerly cannon ports, are now excellent viewpoints for appreciating the sea, seagulls, and fiords. From the openings, rock formations are named after their shapes, such as "Indian Head" and "Puppy Head," making it worthwhile for visitors to explore. Exploring the tunnel reveals the restoration of its various constructions, offering significant tourist value. Around April each year, conservation birds like black-tailed gulls and slim-winged gulls migrate from Japan to nest and breed in the tunnel's entrance and surrounding reefs. From the viewpoint, one can marvel at the azure sea and sky, peculiar rock formations, and swarming gulls, attracting many bird enthusiasts each summer. Notes: 1. A complete visit takes about 30-60 minutes, and the tunnel's stairs are steep; visitors should prepare for the uphill return journey. 2. Please remember to turn off the lights when entering and exiting the tunnel; no vehicles are allowed due to its steep incline! 3. The seabirds are very sensitive to noise. Please speak quietly when entering Andong Tunnel for birdwatching to avoid disturbing the gulls.

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Antong Tunnel Travel Information

Address：Andong Tunnel, Dongyin Township, Matsu

Tickets：Free

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