Wushibi Fishing Port, Coastal fishing port in Taitung County, Taiwan
Wushibi Fishing Port is a coastal fishing harbor in Taitung County that extends into the Pacific Ocean, marked by a 200-meter-wide cape of black andesite rock. The rock displays distinctive hexagonal columnar basalt patterns and creates many tidal pools and erosion channels visible at low tide.
The port declined in the 1800s after flooding and sedimentation damaged its function, and a shipwreck in the 1880s further reduced its maritime importance. These events shifted the balance of how the port operated and its role in the region.
Visitors can see locals gathering sea snails and clams from tidal pools at low tide, a practice that reflects how the community has long depended on the coast. The rhythm of the tides shapes daily life here, with people timing their activities around when the ocean retreats.
An observation pavilion provides views of the Pacific Ocean, and a nearby seafood market displays fresh catches from fishing boats. Visit at low tide to see the full extent of the tidal pools and rock formations.
The black andesite formations display rare hexagonal columnar patterns that form naturally as lava cools and fractures into symmetrical shapes. These geometric structures are found in few places worldwide, making this location a striking example of natural geological processes.
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