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Dapeng Bay, located at the intersection of Donggang Township and Linbian Township in Pingtung County, is Taiwan's only "single-mouth, sac-shaped" lagoon, with a water area of up to 532 hectares. It's not only a paradise for water sports enthusiasts, such as sailing and windsurfing, but also a secret spot for bird watchers. The wetland park here is rich in ecology, allowing you to see various birds such as black-winged stilts and yellow bitterns, making it an excellent natural and recreational scenic spot.
The most special thing is that Dapeng Bay still retains historical and cultural relics, such as a naval air base from the Japanese colonial period and air force equipment from after the Kuomintang government's relocation to Taiwan after World War II. Therefore, Dapeng Bay is a tourist attraction that combines leisure and entertainment, ecological education, and historical monuments!
So, how exactly can you have fun at Dapeng Bay? The editor suggests you save this article and then schedule a trip!
source: Dapeng Bay Official Website
When you come to Dapeng Bay, the attraction you cannot miss is the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area.
Dapeng Bay is Taiwan's largest inland bay, offering a wealth of water activities and beautiful natural scenery, making it a paradise for nature lovers and photographers.
However, you might not know that the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area includes not only Dapeng Bay itself but also nearby Xiaoliuqiu. These two places are must-visit attractions in southern Taiwan, besides Kenting, for those who love water activities!
source: Dapeng Bay Official Website
If you want a place to quickly understand Dapeng Bay, then the Dapeng Bay Visitor Center is definitely a must-visit attraction.
Here, you can not only get tidal information and seize the best time to find fiddler crabs and mudskippers in the wetlands; you can also understand the location of each attraction through the all-area map.
If you have any questions about your visit, you can ask the volunteers at the visitor center. They also provide guided brochures in Chinese, English, and Japanese, which is very valuable tourist information for visitors from afar or foreign tourists!
source: Dapeng Bay Official Website
Taiwan's first "sea church" is located within Dapeng Bay. Combined with the long sea堤, the high glass windows, and the strong Spanish architectural design style, the yellow exterior of the sea church adds a touch of childlike fun to its romantic atmosphere. In addition to its love lock wall, it's a must-visit spot for many couples when they come to Dapeng Bay. There are also coffee and light meals for sale here, which are also must-eat delicacies for many people.
source: Dapeng Bay Official Website
The Pen Bay Cross-Sea Bridge is the transportation hub connecting Nanpingli and Jialianli. It is 579 meters long and 30 meters wide. It was officially opened to traffic in March 2011. The biggest highlight of the Dapeng Bay Bridge is its design features similar to a cross-sea bridge and a cable-stayed bridge. Seen from the side, it looks like a sailboat, and it is also Taiwan's first bridge that can be opened.
There is a fixed bridge opening show every weekend and holidays. If you happen to visit Dapeng Bay on a holiday, be sure to set aside some extra time to see this special sight! However, remember to park your car in the parking lot under the bridge outside the restricted area before walking onto the bridge to watch! Oh! By the way, in addition to the bridge opening show, there is also a light show (5 minutes each time) every hour at night!
source: Dapeng Bay Official Website
Qifeng Wetland Park is a wetland that not only has the function of flood storage but also purifies water quality. There is also a watchtower inside, allowing you to look out over the beautiful scenery of Dapeng Bay from a high point. If you are a bird lover, the wetland's Nine-Bend Bridge also has a bird-watching pavilion, giving you the opportunity to see rare migratory birds here!
source: Dapeng Bay Official Website
Also located within the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area, Binwan Wharf is a multi-functional wharf that combines leisure, sports, and tourism. It has a 200-meter-long artificial beach and, similar to Houbihu in Hengchun, also has a dedicated area for yachts to dock.
Here, you can engage in water activities such as windsurfing and kayaking. Even if you're a beginner, you can easily enjoy water activities under the guidance of a professional coach.
Moreover, there are many cafes and restaurants near the pier. The delicious food is even more enhanced by the beautiful scenery!
source: Donglong Temple
Donglong Temple is a famous religious site in the south. The most eye-catching building is the archway decorated with gold leaf, which is said to be the largest golden archway in Taiwan, attracting a large number of believers to worship every year.
Among the celebrations of Donglong Temple, the most well-known is the Donggang "Welcoming the King" ceremony, which is held every three years and lasts for eight days and seven nights. In a series of rituals, the climax is the "Sending the King" ceremony on the morning of the eighth day. During the event, the exquisite wooden King ship is sent back to heaven in the raging flames, symbolizing a prayer for the removal of plagues and evils, and the protection of the residents' safety.
Founded in 1998 (Republic of China year 87), Dapeng Bay Xinxin Seafood, originally named "Dapeng Bay A Yue", is a seafood restaurant recommended by locals. The restaurant mainly offers fresh and delicious wild seafood from Dapeng Bay, which is also very popular with tourists from other places. After all, to stand out from the sea of seafood restaurants in Donggang, Dapeng Bay Xinxin Seafood definitely has its skills!
The Sea Church Cafe is Taiwan's first church cafe located on the sea. The exterior is yellow, with high glass windows and a strong Spanish architectural design style, while the interior decoration has an elegant style. The atmosphere in the shop is relaxing and comfortable. Having a cup of fragrant coffee beverage here is definitely a good experience.
Wind Sail Cafe is a glass house cafe located in the Dapeng Bay Sailing Base, with an excellent bay view.
The shop offers various drinks and desserts. Entering the cafe will make you feel like you're on a vacation abroad, which is very suitable for coffee lovers and those who like to take photos and check in.
source: Dapeng Bay Official Website
Everyone should know that when you come to Donggang, you can skip anything, but if you don't eat seafood, you can't say you've been to Donggang! And if you want to eat the freshest seafood in Donggang, you must not miss the famous Huaqiao Market seafood!
Huaqiao Seafood Market, with an area of about 1500 pings (approximately 4958 square meters) and more than 400 stalls, boasts the "Donggang Sanbao" (three treasures of Donggang): "black tuna, sakura shrimp, and mullet roe." They are long-standing star products of Huaqiao Market. In addition to seafood, many stalls also provide services for cooking dishes on behalf of customers. Tourists can choose their seafood and then enjoy the delicious dishes while enjoying the sea breeze and sea view in the seating area by the pier. However, the editor would like to remind everyone that because many seafood prices are based on the current market price, and many don't have a clear price list, you must ask about the price before purchasing to avoid disputes!
Donggang Jiaji Grilled Mantou is a famous snack in Donggang Township, Pingtung County, known for its traditional charcoal-grilled mantou.
The shop offers a variety of flavors of grilled mantou, such as condensed milk and cheese...etc. This unique flavor of grilled mantou is not only the breakfast of the people of Donggang, but also a late-night snack. The editor personally likes it very much. If I have the chance to go to Donggang, I will definitely eat it. It is also another representative snack of Donggang! (Laugh~)
You can refer to the official recommended tour route in the image below!
source: Dapeng Bay Official Information
You can take National Highway 3 → Linbian Interchange and you will arrive at Dapeng Bay.
If you don't drive, the editor thinks you might consider a chartered car service. Compared to public transportation, which requires waiting for the bus or transferring, with a chartered car, you can better control your time.
You can take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Dapeng Bay & Xiaoliuqiu Line, departing from Zuoying High-Speed Rail Station.
Dapeng Bay offers a wealth of water activities, suitable for tourists of different ages to experience.
There are many hotels and B&Bs near Dapeng Bay, but the most recommended and popular is definitely the Dapeng Bay B&B, called "Slow Dapeng Bay". This is a characteristic B&B that claims to be the tallest building in Dapeng Bay. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the sunrise over Dawu Mountain and the sunset over Dapeng Bay at the same time.
And Slow B&Bs are located in many places in Taiwan, such as Jiufen, Miaoli, and even Hokkaido. The editor has stayed at their Miaoli branch before, and the environment was really nice!
Are you tempted? Want to explore the beautiful scenery and cuisine of Dapeng Bay and its surroundings? Hurry up and plan your vacation!
Of course, you can also arrange your accommodation for your trip in a camping area and choose glamping or no-equipment camping, so you can enjoy different fun from staying in a B&B or hotel! 👉! Camping Map
