Mount Taiwu & "Wu Wang Zai Ju" Inscription
太武山
Kinmen's highest peak. The 'Wu Wang Zai Ju' inscription carved on granite boulders and Haiyin Temple are must-sees for hikers.
Mount Taiwu rises to about 253 meters and is Kinmen's highest point. Made of granite, it looks like a person lying on their back when seen from afar. Walking up via Yuzhang Road takes about 1 hour. Along the way are the 'Wu Wang Zai Ju' boulder inscription, Mount Taiwu Cemetery, Haiyin Temple, and the site where Zheng Chenggong reviewed troops and played go. From the summit you can overlook Jinhu and Jinsha Townships. Parts of the mountain remain under military management. Walking access is generally open from about 06:00 to 17:00, so please observe the restrictions, and photographing military facilities is prohibited. Admission is free. Early morning is recommended to avoid the heat.
Opening hours
Approx. 6:00 AM–5:00 PM (military zone subject to notices)
Nearby sights
- August 23 Artillery Battle Museum
- Military Brothel Exhibition Hall
- Chen Jinglan Western-style Mansion
- Qionglin Village & Tunnel
- Shishan Howitzer Position
- Shanhou Folk Culture Village
- Mashan Observation Post
- Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor Distillery