Kinmen｜Juguang Tower

📍Address Address: No. 1, Xiancheng Road, Jincheng Township, Kinmen County (near Jincheng downtown) ⸻ 🕰 Opening Hours • Open Hours: Daily 08:30–17:00 • Closed Days: Open year-round except for major maintenance or special announcements • Admission Fee: Free entry ⸻ 🚗 Transportation 🚢 From Taiwan to Kinmen: • Take a flight to Kinmen Shangyi Airport (approximately 1 hour, with flights available from Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, etc.) 🚌 From the airport or Jincheng downtown: • [Bus]: Take Kinmen Bus Route "3" or "7" to "Juguang Tower Station," then walk about 3 minutes • [Scooter Rental/Taxi]: About 5–10 minutes from Jincheng downtown, very convenient • [Driving/Chartered Car]: Drive along Zhongxing Road and turn onto Xiancheng Road ⸻ 💡 Reasons to Visit • 🏯 Historical Landmark: Built in 1952, Juguang Tower symbolizes Kinmen's anti-communist spirit and features a blend of Minnan and palace-style architecture, making it highly iconic. • 📸 Instagram-Worthy Spot: Its magnificent exterior and vibrant colors make it one of Kinmen's most recognizable landmarks. • 🖼 Military Culture Exhibition: The interior showcases Kinmen's wartime history, military artifacts, and the construction history of Juguang Tower, serving as a starting point to understand Kinmen's past. • 🌇 Stunning Views: The top floor offers a panoramic view of Jincheng downtown and a distant view of Xiamen, making it a great spot for sunrise and sunset. ⸻ 📌 Suggested Itineraries 🔸 [Half-Day Itinerary]: Cultural Walking Route • Juguang Tower → Wujiang Academy (about a 5-minute walk) → Jincheng Old Street → Mofan Street • Try Minnan-style snacks like oyster vermicelli, Cantonese porridge, and Kinmen peanut candy 🔸 [Full-Day Itinerary]: Military Culture Tour • Morning: Juguang Tower → Yangzhai Old Street → Shanhou Folk Culture Village • Afternoon: Zhaishan Tunnel (underground military facility) → Kinmen Distillery (with tasting) → Jianggong Islet (accessible on foot during low tide) 🔸 [Two-Day Itinerary]: In-Depth Kinmen Exploration Day 1: Cultural Route (Jincheng downtown area) Day 2: Military Route (Guningtou Battle Museum, Beishan Broadcasting Wall) + Nature Route (Cihu Sunset, Kinmen National Park)