Fuguo Dune Scenic Area Introduction
Fuguodun Settlement is located at the easternmost tip of Kinmen Island. After passing through traditional old house settlements, you can reach the border, where some preserved military structures can be seen. The coastal area features rocky shores with granite formations rising to create steep slopes, making it particularly suitable for watchtowers. To defend against enemy landings, one can observe the jagged-edged agave plants along the rocky slopes, as well as broken glass bottles fixed with concrete to the rocks, forming a sharp "Knife Slope." Fuguodun was originally named Kegaisen Dune, referring to a high ground built from oyster shells, and is a peninsula-shaped rocky coast, yet it does not produce any oysters. Archaeological studies have uncovered a large number of shell midden sites dating back about 7,000 to 8,000 years, leading to the significant discovery named "Fuguodun Culture." Surrounding Fuguodun are numerous reefs including Miji, Jianjiao, and Heijiao, scattered in the sea. A sloped walkway has been built on the southern side of the settlement, which leads to the original natural fishing boat anchorage. Later, a dam was constructed at the back to connect with the reefs in the sea, expanding it into a fishing port. Although there are few fishing boats entering and exiting currently, the nearby waters are excellent fishing grounds, attracting many anglers to come here. Fuguodun features unique red soil geological landscapes, and the surrounding surface showcases special terrains formed by various geological processes, serving as a natural geological classroom. Visitors are encouraged to carefully observe the unique features of the rocks under their feet during their exploration.
