Turtle Island (Matsu)
The Turtle Island (traditional Chinese: 龜島; simplified Chinese: 龟岛; pinyin: Guī Dǎo; Foochow Romanized: Gŭi-dō̤) is an island in Beigan Township, Lienchiang County, Taiwan.
Geology
The island composes of granite rock which rises above sea water level. Its cracked surface makes it look like a gigantic turtle resting in the sea.
Gallery
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Turtle Island
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Turtle Island closeup -
Turtle Island on Mirror Bay -
Turtle Island and Qinbi (Chinbi) Village -
Turtle Island and surrounding area
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See also
References
- ^ 常用地名. 馬祖國家風景區全球資訊網 (in Chinese (Taiwan) and English). 4 February 2019. Retrieved 2 September 2019.
龜島 Turtle Island
- ^ "Guidao Island". Matsu National Scenic Area Administration. Retrieved 14 June 2021.
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