Matsu Islands - Wikipedia
The Matsu Islands [a] (UK: / ˌ m æ t ˈ s uː / or US: / ˌ m ɑː t ˈ s uː / [4]), officially Lienchiang County [b] (/ l j ɛ n ˈ dʒ j ɑː ŋ /), are an archipelago of 36 islands and islets in the East China Sea governed by the Republic of China (Taiwan), situated alongside the southeastern coast of mainland China.
The Matsu Islands of Taiwan: A Detailed Visitor’s Guide
Nov 28, 2024 · The Matsu Islands (馬祖列島 or mazu liedao) are a fascinating frontier region of Taiwan. Of the 36 islands in the archipelago, one of them is a mere 9 kilometers off the coast of Fujian province in China, while not one of them is less than 150 …
Taiwan Matsu Islands Guide: How to get there, getting around …
Aug 8, 2023 · These rugged, hilly islands that are closer to China than Taiwan itself are popular domestic tourist destinations for tern watching and the blue bioluminescence phenomena. I visited the islands solo and here’s my guide on how to get to the Matsu Islands, getting around and all the practical info you need to plan your own trip. Hello Matsu!
Our 2025 Guide to the Matsu Islands 我們的媽祖指南
Jan 8, 2025 · Matsu (or officially Lienchiang County of Fujian Province 連江縣) consists of 36 islands or islets, with 5 major islands: Nangan, Beigan, Xiju, Dongju, and Dongyin, and minor islands including Daqiu, Xiaoqiu, Gaodeng, and Liangdao.
Matsu Island | Matsu Islands, East China Sea | Britannica
Dec 26, 2024 · Matsu Island, small island under the jurisdiction of Taiwan in the East China Sea, lying off the Min River estuary of mainland China and about 130 miles (210 km) northwest of Chi-lung (Keelung), Taiwan.
Matsu Island Travel Guide in Taiwan! Mazu Trip Information
All the Matsu Island travel information you need to plan your trip! Taiwanese Secrets gives you an insider's view on Mazu attractions, restaurants, hotels.
Guide to Matsu Islands, Taiwan: another must
Dec 4, 2020 · On the far east coast of the Taiwan Strait, just off the coast of China’s Fuzhou city lies the Matsu Islands, and archipelago consisting of primarily 5 inhabited islands. It is part of Taiwan. While not as close to China as Kinmen, it is still very close and you can see the Chinese coastline from the islands, but Taiwan is nowhere to be seen.
Matsu Islands | A Guide to Taiwan’s Lienchiang County
Jul 24, 2023 · The Matsu Islands, located on the Chinese coastline but considered part of Taiwan, have a complex historical background. While historically separate from Taiwan, they came under its control after Chiang Kai-shek's Republic of China lost …
Taiwan Matsu Islands: Things to do in Beigan 北竿
Oct 28, 2023 · My Matsu Island guide with all the things to do in Beigan from hiking a beautiful island trail to eating laojiu noodles with a beautiful bay view.
Taiwan Matsu Islands: Things to do in Nangan 南竿
Sep 4, 2023 · My guide and recommendations on things to do in Nangan, one of the main Matsu Islands, from the iconic giant Mazu statue to a hipster book store + cafe in a former bunker.