The Beihai Tunnel () is a tunnel in
Dongyin Township,
Lienchiang County,
Taiwan.
History
The
armed forces
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started the construction of the tunnel in 1968 and completed it in 1970. It was constructed by hand and dynamite.
In February 2001, the tunnel was handed over to Matsu National Scenic Area Administration which then renovated it. The tunnel was opened to the public in August 2001.
Architecture
The tunnel spans over 193 meters long, 10 meters wide and 12 meters high. At the end of the tunnel, there are statues of eight workers who perished during the construction.
See also
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List of tourist attractions in Taiwan
Popular tourist attractions in Taiwan include the following:
Attractions Historical buildings
* Beihai Tunnel, Beigan ()
* Beihai Tunnel, Nangan ()
* Daxi Wude Hall ()
* Ete ...
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Zhaishan Tunnel
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Beihai Tunnel (Beigan)
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Beihai Tunnel (Nangan)
References
1970 establishments in Taiwan
Dongyin Township
Military history of Taiwan
Tunnels completed in 1970
Tunnels in Lienchiang County
Tunnel warfare
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