Selected must-visit attractions in Xiaoliuqiu

Swim with giant sea turtles for a healing experience. Xiaoliuqiu is Taiwan's only coral reef island, boasting unique marine ecological resources, convenient transportation, and a warm climate all year round. Even in winter, it attracts many visitors for snorkeling and diving. This makes it one of Taiwan's most popular tourist islands, drawing tens of thousands of visitors annually. Covering an area of just 6.8 square kilometers, Xiaoliuqiu is half the size of Green Island, and you can circle the entire island in about 30 minutes! 🌊 Vase Rock is the iconic landmark of Xiaoliuqiu and its most representative attraction! Named for its vase-like shape, the rock has been sculpted by years of seawater erosion. Up close, you'll notice its surface is full of holes—a masterpiece of nature's craftsmanship! Visiting Xiaoliuqiu without taking a photo at Vase Rock is like not visiting at all! 🪵 The Driftwood Secret Spot has become a trendy destination in recent years. Its main feature is a piece of driftwood washed ashore and wedged into a rocky crevice, set against the backdrop of the vast ocean. It's a stunning spot for photos and social media posts! 🐢 Turtle-spotting adventure! Xiaoliuqiu is home to an abundance of sea turtles and sea urchins, many of which are astonishingly large—almost like sea monsters! Besides admiring the underwater creatures, you can learn that the gender of sea turtles is determined by their tails: males have long tails, while females have short ones. Interestingly, male turtles are less common in Xiaoliuqiu. Enjoy the endless beauty of nature—it’s so relaxing and healing 😌. Whether it’s watching the sunrise, sunset, spotting sea turtles, or snorkeling, every experience is worth trying! 👍