Category: Taiwan

In this post, we will explore the two largest and most populated islands of Matsu: Nangan and Beigan. If you have very limited time, these islands are the most accessible and should be a must on your itinerary. You can delve into their rich history and enjoy Matsu’s famous seafood. At night, you might also experience the natural wonder of Blue Tears.

Highlights: Ferry, Blue Tears, Min Dong style architecture

Basically, each island in Matsu is small enough to be fully explored in one day. Therefore, the total number of days you decide to spend in Matsu depends on how many islands you would like to explore. The more days you stay, the better your chances of seeing the Blue Tears, similar to the Northern Lights or other weather-dependent natural wonders. Of the five main islets, I only visited three, but the other two are worth visiting if you have plenty of time.

Highlights: Blue Tears, Min Dong style architecture, civil war heritage sites, seafood

I took a trip to Matsu in June 2024, primarily to witness the blue tears phenomenon. However, it turned out to be so much more. This was my first trip since buying a DSLR, so I was still getting familiar with it. Unfortunately, I only figured out how to capture the blue tears properly on the last day, by which time they were no longer visible. For those who wish to see some fascinating photos, you can simply google “Blue Tears Matsu” to find a bunch of stunning images.