Monk Reading Scriptures

Matsu Attractions

和尚看經
和尚看經

The "Monk Watching Scriptures" is located on the slope of "Point 26" on Xiyin Island, easily seen when ships are preparing to dock at Zhongzhu Harbor. A giant rock stands there, facing west towards Zhongzhu Harbor, resembling a deeply focused practitioner engrossed in reading scriptures amidst the bustling world, hence the name. "Monk Watching Scriptures" occupies a crucial strategic position, overseeing Zhongzhu Harbor and safeguarding the entrance to Dongyin, allowing control over various vessels. At sunset, the sky is filled with hues of twilight; from Nanao, the view of "Monk Watching Scriptures" against the backdrop of the setting sun is particularly enchanting, inspiring endless imagination. Note: Due to its important strategic location on Dongyin, the area of Monk Watching Scriptures is currently under military control, and visitors are not permitted to enter.

Address:Dongyin Township, Lienchiang County, Matsu

Monk Reading Scriptures Introduction

The Monk Reading Scripture is a giant rock standing on the hillside of the "Point 26" in Xiyin Island, which can be seen whenever vessels are preparing to dock at Zhongzhu Harbor. It gazes westward toward Zhongzhu Harbor, resembling a deeply meditative practitioner engaging in the study of scriptures amidst the bustling world, hence its name. The Monk Reading Scripture is situated in an important strategic location, overlooking the entrance of Zhongzhu Harbor and guarding the gateway to Dongyin, controlling the entry and exit of various types of vessels. During sunset, the sky is filled with rosy clouds, and from Nanao, the view of the Monk Reading Scripture against the sunset creates a stunning scene, stirring infinite imagination. Note: Due to its important strategic position in Dongyin, the Monk Reading Scripture currently remains a military-controlled area, and visitors are not allowed to enter.

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