Lamay Island, Coral island in Pingtung County, Taiwan
Lamay Island lies off the southwestern coast of Taiwan in Pingtung County and stretches across rocky shores and flat interior plains. The island has a coastline edged with coral formations and several small coves that open between cliffs.
Indigenous groups lived here for centuries before Dutch traders arrived in the 17th century and established a trading post. Japanese administration modernized infrastructure from 1895 onward, and after 1945 a new era began under Chinese government.
The island carries a name given by the Paiwan people who lived here long before Chinese settlers arrived. Temple ceremonies take place regularly at sheltered coves, and fishermen still depart according to old lunar phases.
Ferries depart several times daily from the mainland port when weather permits, and the crossing takes about half an hour. A coastal trail runs around the perimeter and suits walkers, and closed shoes are advisable because of uneven surfaces.
Turtles arrive in larger numbers at certain months to feed and rest in shallow waters along the coast. Divers often report seeing them among the reefs near the southeastern tip.
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