Penghu · Qimei
Bortle 3 · Rural dark sky ｜ Elevation 40m ｜ SQM ~21.4 ｜ Best view South
The southernmost of the Penghu islands, far from Magong's glow, with open coastal grassland. In summer the Milky Way rises from the southern sea horizon — a quiet island astrophotography spot.
🌌 Tonight the Milky Way core climbs to a shootable altitude around 20:18, sinks back near 03:08, and peaks around 22:58 at roughly 38° in the South.
Reached by boat or small plane from Magong; rent a vehicle on the island and take care by the shore at night.
Guesthouses and small shops; limited supplies — stock up during the day.
Apr–Sep Milky Way season; summer has the calmest seas and weather.
See the nearby city's stargazing calendar
Bortle class and SQM are estimates for well-known sites, used to compare darkness — not on-site measurements.
Related tools: Taiwan Dark-Sky Map · Stargazing & Moon Viewing Score · Meteor Showers