3-DAY TRIP
3-Day Kinmen Tour
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Recommended Attractions in Kinmen
Attractions
DAY 1
Jhaishan Tunnel
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.
Qing Dynasty Kinmen Military Headquarters
A rare Taiwanese Fujian military headquarters of high historical value, constructed in the uncommon 4 inner-layer style. It currently houses an exhibition on the history of the Qing Dynasty military.
Shishan Howitzer Station
Home to a rare casemated howitzer, Shishan was once an important military station and was also an important battlefield during the August 23 Artillery War.
Mofan Street
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.
Shamei Old Street
Many traditional delicacies are still sold on Shamei Street, such as Fujian sesame flat bread, Guotian Food Store, salty cakes, and Kinmen Kaoliang liquor eggrolls. This was the principal shooting location for the movie Paradise in Service.
Attractions
DAY 2
Siwei Tunnel
Located below Kinmen National Park’s Lieyu management station, the Siwei Tunnel was previous used as a supply tunnel for small ships. The main tunnel runs 790 meters long, whereas auxiliary tunnels are around 200 meters long. The tunnel has an exhibition that simulates conditions during the tunneling process, so that visitors can experience the hardship workers endured at the time.
Hujingtou Battle Museum
Situated on the northwestern coast of Lieyu, it is one of the strongest locations on the island, rarely suffering any defeats. Exhibits within the museum include information on battles, the battle records of Lieyu’s divisions and brigades, and local heroes.
Ironman Fort / Warrior Fort
The interconnected Ironman and Warrior Forts are magnificent and popular local attractions. There are military facilities both above and under ground. Those above ground include casemates, assembly halls, and dormitories; underground facilities include machine gun casemates, tank forts, ammunition depots, dormitories, fire cisterns, and underground trenches and caves. There is also an exhibition on landmines that introduces the different types of mines, the symbols used to indicate landmines in countries around the word, and an interactive display.
Shuangli Wetlands Nature Center
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.
Beishan Mansion
Situated at a higher strategic position, the house has great views and overlooks the entire village. During the Battle of Guningtou, it was occupied by the communist troops and became a command post. After going through a series of fierce shootouts and bombings, it is unquestionably proof of Kinmen’s past as a battle frontier.
Guningtou War Museum
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.
Attractions
DAY 3
Shanhou Folk Culture Village
A village of 18 Fujian-style buildings, which include 16 two inner-layered buildings, 1 three inner-layered buildings, and 1 Wang Clan Ancestral Hall. It is an exemplification of the traditional houses of Kinmen.
Kinmen Forestry Bureau
Grass fields, tree nursery, flower beds, water activity area, specimen exhibits, forestry exhibits, children’s play area, and BBQ area can be found in the park. There is also a 500m long pine tree boulevard. It is a family-friendly spot for enjoying the great nature.
Cheng Jing-Lan’s Western-Style House
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.
Chenggong Tunnel
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.