Qinbi Village, situated on Matsu’s Beigan Island, is hailed as the "Matsu Mediterranean" or "Taiwan's Little Greece." This ancient fishing settlement is built right along the hillside, facing the sea. Its unique Min-Dong (Fujianese) style stone-masonry houses are clustered organically and layered down the slope toward the waterfront, creating a captivating scene.
Qinbi once flourished due to its thriving fishing industry, but the village declined as the industry waned and residents moved away. In recent years, however, a "Settlement Preservation and Old House Regeneration" project saw many of the traditional houses converted into charming guesthouses and restaurants, breathing new life into the area.
Walking through the village, visitors can admire the stone houses constructed from local granite, volcanic rock, and white-bluish stone. They can also observe the unique sight of "roof-pressing stones," which were used to weigh down the tiles against the powerful northeast monsoon winds. Furthermore, the faded, painted slogans on the walls serve as tangible reminders of its history as a military outpost.
Today, Qinbi is not only Matsu's most representative cluster of traditional Min-Dong architecture but also an ideal destination for travelers to experience the island's military history while being immersed in a Mediterranean-like, romantic atmosphere. Visitors can leisurely stroll through the narrow alleys or savor the unique tranquility and beauty at a scenic, seaside café.
