Pingtan 68 nautical miles: key points and local experience
The "68 Miles" scenic spot explanation focuses on five things: the geographical fact that Houyan Island is the closest to the main island of Taiwan, the monsoon and ocean currents in the Taiwan Strait, the sea cliff landform, the traditional working methods of fishermen, and how this number became a place name.
The scenic spot is named after the straight-line distance of about 68 nautical miles between Houyan Island and Hsinchu, Taiwan; the walking section is mostly slow.
Pingtan 68 nautical miles 5 key points
These 5 items are things that tourists usually cannot remember after walking, but can take away after listening to them:
- 68 nautical miles is a straight line distance, not a waterway distance.——The number comes from the straight-line calculation between Houyan Island and Hsinchu, Taiwan. It is used as a place name and is not equal to the navigation mileage.
- Monsoons and ocean currents in the Taiwan Strait——The northeast wind blows in the winter half of the year and the southwest wind blows in the summer half of the year. Ancient routes and fishing grounds all followed the wind field. Geography determines life.
- Sea cliffs are alive——The cliff wall is retreating and the sea caves are still in progress. You can read the wave energy of the day by looking at the white waves at the foot of the cliff.
- Fishermen’s traditional work——Operation methods such as setting up nets and exploring small seas are bound to the tide table, which is closer to the daily life of the island than sightseeing commentary.
- Place names are contemporary products——The old name of Houyan Island coexists with the new name of 68 Haili. The change of a place name itself is a footnote in the history of cross-strait relations.
When is the best time to talk about this place?
In the morning, the light is stable and the sea breeze is light; in the evening, you can watch the sunset toward the strait and the wind and sand are strong.
Tips from locals
- The walking trail in the scenic area is along the cliff. When the wind is strong, walk according to the warning line; do not cross the line.
- It's windy and sandy in the evening, so bring sunglasses and a mask to take pictures of the sunset more comfortably
- Arrange on the same afternoon as Tan Nanwan to avoid turning back.
Regarding the high frequency issue at Pingtan 68 nautical miles
- 68 What is the main thing to see in Haili Scenic Area?
- Look at the geographical indications, sea cliffs and the view in the direction of the strait; the focus of the explanation is "the geography behind a number", not the check-in monument.
- Can you see Taiwan?
- There is a theoretical vision when the weather is very good, but it cannot be seen under normal weather; we explain it truthfully and do not make exaggerated propaganda.
Data source
The data on this page is verified as of 2026-10. The types and calibers are as follows.
- Culture and Tourism BureauPingtan Comprehensive Experimental Zone Tourism, Culture and Sports Bureau