Blue Cave (Penghu) Explained

Blue Cave
Other Name:	藍洞
Photo Width:	220px
Map:	Taiwan
Map Width:	220px
Relief:	yes
Location:	Wang'an, Penghu, Taiwan
Coords:	23.2512°N 119.6092°W
Geology:	cave

The Blue Cave is a cave on Xiji Islet in Wang'an Township, Penghu, Taiwan. It is part of the South Penghu Marine National Park.

History

The cave was created by natural erosion.^[1]

Geology

The cave is prone to rock falls due to sea erosion and uneven surfaces.^{[2] [3] [4]}

Notes and References

1. News: Liu. Kay. 5 March 2021. Penghu launches VR visit to Blue Cave. Focus Taiwan. 7 March 2021.
2. News: Liao. George. 26 April 2016. Penghu restates heavy penalty for entering ‘Blue Cave’. Taiwan News. 7 March 2021.
3. News: Liu. Yu-ching. Hetherington. William. 29 March 2017. Penghu officials warn over illegal Blue Cave tours. Taipei Times. 7 March 2021.
4. Web site: 28 November 2017. Is entrance to the Blue Cave of Xijiyu Permitted?. Marine National Park Headquarters. 7 March 2021.