Chenggong Tunnel / Chenggong Beach Introduction
The Success Tunnel, carved from granite, is located in front of the popular Chen Jing-lan Western-style mansion. It combines the functions of a coastal tunnel and a civil defense tunnel. Compared to other tunnels in Kinmen, the Success Tunnel is smaller in scale, but it is equipped with a command center, anti-aircraft gun positions, machine gun nests, dormitories, and a kitchen, serving significant purposes during wartime. Currently, many lifelike figures have been set up to simulate past defense scenes, and an M-41 tank is stationed near a tank fort for close contact. The tunnel is 560 meters long, with the Zhongxing Pavilion as the division point on both ends. The seaward section is under military control, responsible for monitoring the situation in Liaolo Bay, while the other end connects to the Zhengyi Borough office, serving as a shelter for residents, perfectly reflecting the atmosphere of kinship between the military and civilians in Kinmen's past. Today, the Success Tunnel and beach have shed the somber atmosphere of wartime, with the blue sea becoming one of the most popular summer water activity spots in Kinmen! The phenomenon of "blue tears" occurs in Kinmen from April to June each year due to changes in wind direction and temperature, with Success Beach being a great place to observe this beautiful sight due to its accessibility and safety. ◆ Tips for chasing blue tears ◆ ◼️ Season: Every year from April to early June (this is the fog season, so be mindful of flight conditions). ◼️ Time: Around the first few days of the lunar month (when the moonlight is weak), 1 to 2 hours before high tide. ◼️ Wind direction: South wind. ◼️ Recommended equipment: Slip-resistant shoes, and you may carry a flashlight or headlamp (for navigating, please turn off the light when observing blue tears). ◼️ Photography tips: A professional camera and tripod, set the camera ISO to 800-1,000, aperture to 2.8, white balance above 3,000K, and exposure for 30 seconds.
