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2-DAY TRIP

Happy Kinmen Tour

DAY1

Recommended Sights

Zhongshan Forest map
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Stay Time 2-3HR

Kinmen’s first forest recreational area, which includes an outdoor performance area, tennis courts, forest trail, skating rink, barbecue area, swimming pool, and café. These is also a President Chiang Ching-Kuo Memorial Center, where several of his writings, possessions, photographs, and historical events are on display.

Qionglin Village map
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Stay Time 1.5HR

One of Kinmen’s most important cultural artifacts, Qionglin Village consists of 5 clans, which are clearly separated. The buildings were built in accordance to lineage society development standards and are very organized. The interiors are still preserved in the structure of the mid-Ming Dynasty.

Taihu Recreational Area map
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Stay Time 1.5HR

Suitable for cycling

Suitable for cycling A large, 45-hectare area surrounding Taihu Lake that includes Chung Cheng Memorial Forest, Banyan Park, Yu Da Wei Xian Sheng Memorial Museum, August 23 Artillery Battle Museum, and Wei Lu. It is the most expansive recreational area in eastern Kinmen. The August 23 Artillery Battle Museum is the most historically notable attraction, as it exhibits the turbulent 20-some years of war on the island.

Kinmen Forest Recreational Area map
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Stay Time 2HR

A sizable park that covers an area of 36 hectares, built in 1956. There are water parks, botanical gardens, and forestry exhibition halls, in addition to the serene natural environment within the area. Even in the summer, you can feel cool and comfortable under the trees.

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Cheng Jing-Lan’s Western-Style House map
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Stay Time 1.5HR

The year “1921” is carved into the mountainside to honor when Chen Jing-Lan built this house. The elegant building features arched verandas that face the sea, full of antique flavor.

Guningtou War Museum map
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Stay Time 1HR

Built in 1984 by Kinmen’s Department of Defense Commander Song Hsin-Lien. On display are 12 large paintings that explain the history of the Guningtou War, supplemented by other audiovisual exhibits.

Shuangli Wetlands Nature Center map
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Stay Time 1HR

Presents Kinmen’s abundant natural resources in creative ways. The first floor has historical monuments and the natural evolution of cultural history on display, whereas B1 is situated within a lake, allowing visitors to view the organisms and vegetation in their natural habitat.

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Cihu Lake & Triangle Fortress (Birdwatching/Watch the sunset) map
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Stay Time 1.5HR

Cihu is located in Jinning Township, close to Guningtou. There is a causeway that was built to resist enemy invasion, as well as a 120-hectare culture pond. A almost 200 species of birds have been discovered at this site, making it a key attraction for birdwatchers.

Chenggong Tunnel map
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Stay Time 1HR

A 620-meter long tunnel built out of granite and concrete. Outside the tunnel is the famous Chenggong Beach, where the annual clam festivals are held.

DAY2

Recommended Sights

Shuitou Village map
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Stay Time 2HR

Recommended Stay Time 2HR One of the seven important traditional villages within Kinmen National Park. Their architectural style is a beautifully ornate combination of traditional Fujian and Western styles.

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Deyue Tower map
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Stay Time 1HR

Built in 1933 and was the tallest Western-style building in Shuitou Village at the time. Included an underground tunnel that led to the main house for preventive reasons. It now houses an exhibit on the cultural conflicts that were prevalent in the region at the time.

Jhaishan Tunnel map
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Stay Time 2HR

Suitable for cycling

A 357-meter long supply tunnel built during the war in 1963. It features a jetty and is a magnificent sight, definitely an attraction you don’t want to miss.

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Mofan Street map
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Stay Time 1HR

The architecture on Mofan Street combines that of the Japanese, Fujian, Western, and Pacific styles. It’s one of Kinmen’s most distinctive old streets. Vendors sell a variety of street foods and delicacies, such as fried turnip cakes, oyster fritters, fried sesame balls, salty cakes, and oyster vermicelli.

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Juguang Tower map
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Stay Time 1HR

One of Kinmen’s important landmarks, situated to the southwest of Jincheng Township, underneath Juguang Lake. It is said to be a symbol of the sturdy and stable battlefield spirit, and definitely a spot you need to visit.

Image Source: Kinmen County Tourism Department