Liè Nǚ Yì Kēng (Maiden's Sacrifice Keng) Introduction
The magnificent and dramatic cliff is located on the eastern side of Dongyin Island, behind Tianwang Ao. It is a nearly vertical natural sea erosion cliff that stands almost 100 meters high, impressively towering above the surroundings. According to legend, during the late Qing Dynasty, pirates often occupied the islands in the Min Sea, and the residents lived in distress. One day, pirates raided Dongyin, and a fisherman was killed by them. His wife fled to this sea erosion cliff, with no way to retreat. When the pirates attempted to abduct and violate her, she fiercely resisted and, in her despair, leaped off the cliff to preserve her chastity. To honor her loyalty and bravery, later generations named this place "Martyr's Grave." The terrain of Martyr's Grave is steep and rugged, with the words "Loyalty and Valor Last for Eternity" carved in large characters on the cliff face. In the center of the cliff, a pathway descends into the bay leading to Martyr's Grave. Visitors can walk along the railed path to the viewpoint, where they can gaze in awe at the cliff that rises over a hundred meters above the sea, with its protruding rock formations eliciting admiration for the courage of that woman. To the west of Martyr's Grave is a rock known as "Martyr's Stone," named for a woman who waited for her husband to return, making it one of Dongyin's unique giant rock landscapes. Note: This area experiences strong winds and rugged terrain; please take extra care for your own safety.
