Xiyu West Fort
西嶼西臺
A Western-style fort built in the Guangxu era of the Qing dynasty. It is a historic site designated by Taiwan, with its tunnels and barracks well preserved.
Xiyu West Fort lies in Waian Village, Xiyu Township. Built in 1887 (the 13th year of Guangxu), it was a modern fort constructed by Liu Mingchuan when he reorganized Penghu's coastal defenses after the Sino-French War. It is designated by Taiwan as a historic site. The fort's exterior is a tall wall of earth and stone, and inside are arched tunnels, an ammunition store, and barracks, all well preserved. Climbing to the top gives views over the Taiwan Strait and Magong Bay. Admission is inexpensive (check on site), and the fort can be visited together with the nearby Yuwengdao Lighthouse.
Opening hours
08:00–17:30
Nearby sights
- Yuwengdao Lighthouse
- Daguoye Columnar Basalt
- Erkan Historic Village
- Tongpan Islet
- Fenggui Cave
- Duxing 10th Village
- Magong Guanyin Pavilion & Xiying Rainbow Bridge
- Shuncheng Gate (Magong Old City Wall)