PenghuPlay Recommendations

Kui-Bi Moses Parts the Sea sits in the Kui-Bi Recreation Area at Bei-Liao Village in Hu-Xi Township, Penghu, one of the area's signature natural wonders. At low tide, an S-shaped gravel path about 300 meters long appears, briefly linking Kui-Bi Mountain to the uninhabited islet of Chi-Yu like Moses parting the Red Sea. The path is gentle and easy, fitting families, couples, and photographers, and it is a great spot to watch sunrise, sunset, and shifting tides. On-site you'll find a parking lot and simple stalls selling ice cream and drinks for a quick cool-down.

Penghu National Scenic Area is a national-level protected landscape in Penghu County, with rich coastline and natural scenery. In the heat of summer, cool sea breezes and water activities make it a popular escape. Many historical sites and local culture are also preserved inside, fitting travelers who love both nature and cultural experiences.

Penghu Tian-Hou Temple is Taiwan's oldest Mazu temple, founded before 1604 in the Ming Wan-Li era, and the heart of Penghu's history and faith. The elegant architecture showcases traditional craft in swallow-tail ridges, dragon columns, wood carvings, and painted decoration, and the temple keeps precious artifacts such as the Shen You-Rong stone stele and the Qian-Long Emperor's gold plaque. Beyond a religious site, it is a national first-class historic site, with old streets nearby full of nostalgic atmosphere for strolling, learning local culture, and history.

Si-Zi-Wan Scenic Area sits at the foot of Shou-Shan in Kaohsiung's Gu-Shan District, with wide beaches, dramatic seascapes, and a full Kaohsiung Port panorama - a popular spot for sunset, sea bathing, and surfing. Inside are the former British Consulate at Dagou, a seaside park, and natural reef rocks, blending history with nature for strolls, biking, photos, and family outings. Transport is easy: take the Kaohsiung MRT Orange Line to Si-Zi-Wan station, or use buses and bike paths.

LANKA View Restaurant sits in a glass cabin beside Penghu's Shi-Li (Ciang-Li) Beach, about 30 seconds' walk to the sand. Sea-view seats and a roomy sofa area welcome families, couples, friends, and fur babies. The menu leans Italian - pizza, pasta, fried snacks, and cocktails - at friendly prices in an Instagram-worthy setting. Group buyouts are accepted, making it a great pick for travelers who want good food, coffee, and a relaxed vibe by the sea.

Er-Kan Old Village sits in Xi-Yu Township, Penghu, a fully preserved Min-Nan-style historic settlement whose history traces back four hundred years; the oldest, the Chen family old house, is about two centuries old. Buildings here are made mostly of local coral-limestone and basalt, giving the village a distinctive island style. After recent restoration, Er-Kan Old Village has become both a sightseeing spot and a venue for markets and local-food experiences - almond tea, douhua, and cactus shaved ice - so visitors can soak up both historical atmosphere and local life.