Xiyu

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Xiyu Township is a rural township encompassing Xiyu/Si Island/Hsi Island, also known as Fisher Island, Yuweng or Pescadores Island, which is among the three major islands of the Penghu County, Taiwan. It has a population of 8,438 and an area of 18.7148 square kilometres. ()

Alternative names: Area: 7.34 mi²Coordinates: 23°36'18"N, 119°30'58"E

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Xiyu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Penghu Tianhou Temple, Whale Cave, Central Street, Penghu Guanyin Temple.

4.1 miSE
Sacred and religious sites, Temple
Penghu Tianhou Temple, Penghu
105 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Magong, Penghu, the Penghu Tianhou Temple stands as a revered place of worship that beckons visitors from near and far. This historical temple, dedicated to the sea goddess Mazu, is not only a spiritual haven but also a cultural gem in Taiwan.
3.4 miN
Natural attraction, Park, Beach
Whale Cave
88 min walk • Whale Cave, a natural wonder located on the picturesque coast of Taiwan, is a geological marvel that captures the imagination of both locals and tourists alike. This distinctive cave, shaped remarkably like a whale, is situated in the coastal area of Xiaomen Geopark on...
4.2 miSE
Hiking, Architecture, Hiking trail
Central Street, Penghu
106 min walk • Central Street is a street in Magong City, Penghu County, Taiwan.
3.9 miSE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Penghu Guanyin Temple, Penghu
100 min walk • The Penghu Guanyin Temple is a Buddhist temple, like other temples which belongs to the Integration of Buddhism and Taoism in Taiwan, Guanyin Temple does not only serve Guanyin, but also Long-Wang.
4.1 miSE
Temple
Shigong Temple, Penghu
106 min walk • The Shigong Temple is a temple in Magong City, Penghu County, Taiwan. It was founded between 1683 and 1696 around, for commemorating Shi Lang, a famous general of the Navy during the Qing dynasty, who defeated Liu Guoxuan, who belonged with Kingdom of Tungning in Penghu sea area in 1683.
4.2 miSE
Temple
Magong Chenghuang Temple, Penghu
106 min walk • Magong Chenghuang Temple is a temple in Magong, Penghu, Taiwan. This temple mainly serves Chenghuangye, means the lord of City. a taoist God, who is in charge of the underworld of an administrative district, so it was translated to the City God usually.
4 miSE
Museum
Reclamation Hall, Penghu
103 min walk • The Penghu Reclamation Hall is a museum in Magong Township, Penghu County, Taiwan, dedicated to the history of settlement in Penghu Islands.
3.3 miSW
Historical place, Forts and castles
Xiyu Western Fort, Penghu
85 min walk • The Xiyu Western Fort or Xiyu Western Battery is a former fort and battery in Wai'an Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu, Taiwan.
4.2 miSE
Temple
Penghu Shuixian Temple, Penghu
107 min walk • Penghu Shuixian Temple, is a Taoist temple in Magong, Penghu. Built in 1696 by Xue Kui, a military officer of Penghu Navy, it mainly serves the Shuixian Zunwang, five Taoist immortals worshipped as sea gods.
4 miSE
History museum, Museum, Historical place
Chang Yu-sheng Memorial Museum, Penghu
103 min walk • The Chang Yu-sheng Memorial Museum is a museum about singer Chang Yu-sheng in Magong City, Penghu County, Taiwan.
4.2 miSW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Yuwengdao Lighthouse, Penghu
107 min walk • The Yuwengdao Lighthouse or Yuwongdao Lighthouse, Fisher Island Lighthouse, Yuweng Tao Lighthouse, Yu-Won Island Lighthouse, West Island Lighthouse and Xiyu Lighthouse is a lighthouse in Wai'an Village, Xiyu Township, Penghu County, Taiwan.