Fuguo Dune Observation Platform Introduction
Fuguodun settlement is located at the easternmost tip of Kinmen Island. Traveling through the traditional ancient house clusters, you can reach the border where some preserved military constructions can be seen. The coastal area features a rocky coastline, with granite formations creating steep slopes, making it an ideal position for setting up guard posts. To defend against enemy landings, one can observe the serrated-edged agave plants on the rock slopes, as well as broken glass bottles fixed onto the rocks with concrete, forming a sharp "Knife Slope." Fuguodun was originally named Kexiadun, meaning a high ground formed by oyster shells, representing a peninsula-shaped rocky coastline, but no oysters are produced here. Archaeological research has revealed numerous shell midden sites in the area, dating back approximately seven to eight thousand years. This significant discovery has been named "Fuguodun Culture." Surrounding Fuguodun are various reefs: Miao Jiao, Jian Jiao, Hei Jiao, and others situated in the sea. On the southern side of the settlement, a sloped walkway has been constructed leading to the original natural fishing boat anchorage. Subsequently, a breakwater was built to connect to the reefs in the sea, expanding it into a fishing port. Although there are currently few fishing boats entering and exiting, the nearby waters are excellent fishing grounds, attracting numerous anglers. Fuguodun features unique red soil geological landscapes, and the surrounding surface displays special terrain formed by various geological processes, making it a natural geological classroom. Visitors are encouraged to carefully observe the unique characteristics of the rocks beneath their feet while exploring the area.
