L18 Base Introduction
L18 Post, located on the southwest side of Lieyu Township, was established by the 158th Division in 1987 and completed the following year. The architecture was constructed based on a modern style commonly used by the U.S. military after the Vietnam War, but the inspiration actually came from the "Phoenix" in the anime "Science Ninja Team Gatchaman." Due to its location between the Gui Shan Camp and Sha Xi Fort during the period of cross-strait confrontation, L18 became an important position for firepower on Lieyu Island. As a result, the overall firepower within the camp is more formidable than that of an ordinary coastal defense post. The main bunker has 16 machine gun ports, and the M24A1 tank bunkers on either side are the main sources of the fortress's firepower. Inside L18, you can see the early deployment of machine guns, and beside the gun ports, there are faded slogans that evoke a sense of nostalgia, making it a must-visit photo spot for photography enthusiasts. Additionally, the coastline beside the fortress is a great place for leisure and wading. Every sunset, the beautiful scenery of the setting sun combined with the distant view of Xiamen City is so picturesque that it’s worth stopping to appreciate.
