Crocodile Encounter

Matsu Attractions

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靜伏鱷魚

Under the beautiful dawn light, the dreamlike奇岩 can be found on the west coast of Qingshuijiao in Xiyin. This piece of land juts into the sea and, from a distance, resembles a giant crocodile, vivid and lifelike, complete with a mouth and legs, and even faintly discernible claws, lying quietly in preparation to head out to sea! Therefore, the locals refer to it as "Crocodile Island," also known as "Lying Crocodile." There is a local legend that tells of a fierce crocodile that swam up the river with a school of fish to Qingshuijiao and often caused trouble for the fishermen. They were greatly disturbed until the Jade Emperor intervened and subdued the crocodile, allowing its soul to return to the west coast of Qingshuijiao, which is how Crocodile Island came to look as it does today. The Invincible Sea View Area of Dongyin - San Shan Base is located at the far left end of the Lying Crocodile. This is an important outpost guarding the western sea area of Dongyin, with excellent visibility and a panoramic view of the surrounding waters. The name San Shan Base originated from military needs in earlier years, where the easternmost location, Shiwai Mountain, where the Dongchong Lighthouse is located, was named "No. 1 High Ground." Counting from east to west, the westernmost high ground of Xiyin Island is called "No. 33 High Ground," marking the westernmost point of the Dongyin defense area. Due to a mistake made by the military in engraving the stone, it is now also called "San Shan Base." It is currently open to the public, and on clear days, you may have the opportunity to view Liang Island, the North and South Poles, or coastal islands of the mainland from this location!

Address:Jingfu, Dongyin Township, Matsu

Crocodile Encounter Introduction

Under the Beautiful Dawn: The Dreamlike 奇岩 On the west coast of Qing Shui Ao in Xiyin, there is a land that extends into the sea, reminiscent of a gigantic crocodile from a distance. It appears vividly, with a mouth and feet, and even its claws can be faintly discerned, lying quietly and seemingly preparing to head out to sea! Therefore, the locals refer to it as "Crocodile Island," also known as "The Lying Crocodile." According to local folklore, in the past, a ferocious crocodile would follow fish schools into Qing Shui Ao, often causing trouble for fishermen. Unable to bear the disturbances, they were fortunately assisted by the Jade Emperor, who subdued the crocodile, allowing its soul to return to the west coast of Qing Shui Ao, resulting in the present appearance of Crocodile Island. Dongyin's Unparalleled Sea View Area - San Mountain Base At the far left of the Lying Crocodile is a vital stronghold guarding the western sea area of Dongyin. This location offers excellent visibility and unobstructed views of the surrounding waters. The name "San Mountain Base" originates from military needs in earlier years, where the position of Shiwai Mountain, where the easternmost Dong Chong Lighthouse is located, was designated as "Height No. 1," and the highest point on Xiyin Island to the west was labeled "Height No. 33." This is the westernmost stronghold of the Dongyin defense zone, and due to a military error in engraving the stone, it is now also called "San Mountain Base." It is currently open to the public, and on clear days, there is a chance to see Liang Island, Nanbeigan, or coastal islands of the mainland from this spot!

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