Xiji Islet — Xiji Islet is located approximately 4.5 kilometers west of Dongji Islet and is part of the “South Penghu Marine National Park.” Its western and northern sides feature basalt sea cliffs.

Xiji Islet. Xiji Islet is located approximately 4.5 kilometers west of Dongji Islet and is part of the “South Penghu Marine National Park.” Its western and northern sides feature basalt sea cliffs. Xiji Islet is located approximately 4.5 kilometers west of Dongji Islet and is part of the “South Penghu Marine National Park.” Its western and northern sides feature basalt sea cliffs with distinct columnar joints, stretching for hundreds of meters, creating a magnificent sight. It has also been designated as the “South Sea Basalt Nature Reserve.” All residents moved out in 1978, and it is currently an uninhabited island. Landing on the island requires prior application. Although most of the houses are dilapidated, the village structure is still clearly visible. Visitors can also see the ruins of Xiji Temple, the former center of faith, and four stone pagodas built to ward off evil. Additionally, there are vegetable gardens (cai zhai) built with basalt on the northern side of the village to withstand the northeast monsoon. Although the village has been abandoned for a long time, former residents of Xiji, who have moved to various places, return to the village for a few days during major festivals such as Dragon Boat Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival each year, bringing their next generation on a journey to trace their roots. The most well-known attraction on Xiji Islet is the sea cave on the northwest side of the island, which is shaped like a stove opening. Address: 澎湖縣望安鄉西吉嶼 Hours: 00:00–23:59 Penghu