Must-See Attractions in Lieyu Township
Taiwan · Kinmen County · Lieyu Township
Wu Xiucai Residence
Lieyu Township · Historic Sites
Located in the Shangku settlement of Shangqi Village, Wu Xiucai Residence is the largest traditional courtyard house on Lieyu Island. It was built in the 20th year of the Daoguang reign of the Qing dynasty by Wu Jingshan, who became wealthy through shipping and salt production in Shangku. The residence is a large three-bay courtyard with two successive halls and symmetrical left and right guardian wings. After Wu Jingshan’s fifth-generation descendant, Wu Yushan, passed the imperial licentiate examination in the late Guangxu reign, a study room and school were set up in the forecourt to provide free education for local children. This earned the admiration of neighbors, who came to call the Wu family mansion the “Xiucai Residence,” a name that has continued ever since.
Guishan Beach
Lieyu Township · Nature & Scenery
Guishan, formerly known as Turtle Mountain, is located west of Lingshui Lake in Lieyu and extends along the southern coast. The L19 military position still quietly watches over Guishan.
Shanglin Beach
Lieyu Township · Nature & Scenery
Located in Lieyu Township, Shanglin Beach is a coastal gem that combines natural ecology with cultural scenery. The beach sits in front of the Li General Temple in Shanglin, offering a wide view that stretches toward Xiamen across the water, making it an excellent place to enjoy the sea and sunset. The area features rich intertidal ecosystems, and expansive oyster farms appear at low tide. Visitors can often see oyster farmers working among the mudflats, creating a fishing-village atmosphere distinctive to Kinmen. A viewing bridge and pavilion along the coast provide a comfortable place to rest and take in the scenery.
Guoxing Well
Lieyu Township · Historic Sites
Guoxing Well is located in Xiatian Village. More than 300 years ago, Zheng Chenggong led his troops to land on Little Kinmen and came to the Xiatian area. Exhausted by battle and travel, and unable to find drinking water, Zheng Chenggong — also known as Koxinga — pointed his sword at the ground and ordered his soldiers to dig where he indicated. Soon after, a clear, sweet spring water began to gush forth and has never run dry. Villagers came to honor it as Guoxing Well. Clear spring water still flows here today, and visitors are welcome to draw water.
Donglin Coastal Park
Lieyu Township · Nature & Scenery
The golden beach in front of Donglin Coastal Park was once, like all beaches in Kinmen, covered with landmines and anti-landing obstacles. As cross-strait tensions eased, those military defenses were removed. Today, this high-quality golden beach on the southeast coast of Donglin Settlement is a great place for visitors to enjoy the sea and walk along the waves, with clean, unpolluted surroundings that have made it one of Little Kinmen’s major attractions.
Bada Tower
Lieyu Township · Historic Sites
The famous Bada Tower, located at the intersection of Jiu Jing Road and Ba Qing Road in Lieyu, is a castle-style building approximately several dozen meters high. Atop the tower are statues of seven brave soldiers, each in a battle-ready stance, holding grenades or machine guns. This monument commemorates the seven warriors who heroically sacrificed their lives during the 1933 Anti-Japanese War while defending the ancient pass at the Great Wall of Gubeikou, successfully completing their mission after killing hundreds of enemies.
Victory Gate
Lieyu Township · Historic Sites
The Victory Gate is a striking white, round-arched structure located at the intersection of Xiaojinmen Lake and Xiacun Road, serving as an important visual landmark for visitors in Lieyu. This memorial gate was originally the site of the '823 Artillery Battle Monument' in the shape of a shell, commemorating the valiant defense and ultimate victory of the National Army against over 260,000 enemy shells during the fierce 1958 artillery battle, where they bravely held their ground and fought to achieve glorious victory.
823 Artillery Battle Victory Monument
Lieyu Township · Historic Sites
Located at the entrance of Xiaojinmen Huxia Village, the 823 Artillery Battle Victory Monument is an important landmark symbolizing the indomitable spirit of the frontline military and civilians. The monument itself is a giant artillery shell, painted in a green and white military camouflage, standing on a circular base. The shell is inscribed with the golden characters '823 Artillery Battle Victory Monument', and the center of the base is adorned with the Blue Sky with a White Sun emblem, showcasing a steadfast commitment to protection and honor.
General's Fort
Lieyu Township · Nature & Scenery
During the 823 Artillery Battle, Mr. Chiang Ching-kuo was escorted by Generals Wang Sheng and Ke Yuan-fen through intense gunfire to the front lines to discuss the situation with the defending brigadier general, paving the way for future victory. This site is named General's Fort to commemorate the soldiers who bravely defended it day and night in a difficult environment, unafraid of danger.
Warrior Fort
Lieyu Township · Historic Sites
One of the three forts on Lieyu Island, Warrior Fort covers a vast area. To enter the fort, visitors must cross a small bridge, traverse a three-meter deep trench, and ascend a gentle slope. Behind a camouflage net lies a large gate inscribed with the name 'Warrior Fort', with multiple checkpoints highlighting the tense atmosphere of Lieyu being on the front line at that time.