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Hujei Island is the seventh largest island in the Penghu archipelago, located 7 nautical miles away from Magong City. The island features impressive basaltic columnar jointing. One of Penghu's "Eight Classical Scenic Spots," the "Crisp Depth of Hujei's Well," refers to the sight of crystal-clear seawater visible when viewed from sea cliffs during low tide. Legend has it that a tiger once took shelter in a dry cave on the island's southeastern side, giving it the name "Hujei." Another theory suggests the name arises from a well on the island producing sweet water called "Haojing" (artesian well), phonetically similar to the Hokkien "Hujei." However, these explanations remain unconfirmed and are presented only as ideas for contemplation. The island divides into East and West Mountains, with settlements nestled between them on a narrow landmass composed of coral debris. The East Mountain currently remains a military restricted area; the West Mountain, after Penghu's military reduced their defenses, was developed by the Penghu Management Office into a recreational park area. Remains of Japanese trench systems built during World War II can still be seen here. Recently, this location has been mistakenly spread as having once served as "Yamamoto Isoroku's Southern Command Post," though historically it merely housed a naval platoon under a lieutenant captain's command. Mention of Hujei Island inevitably invokes the legend of the "Sunk City of Hujei," sparking endless curiosity and lingering fascination. The tale speaks of a crumbling wall-like structure submerged beneath the sea in Hujei's waters. Its true nature, however, remains a mystery, leading to enduring academic debates. One theory proposes that the "ancient sunk city" comprises the unique columnar basalt formations of Tongpan and Hujei, extending into the sea to create an illusion of a submerged city. The other theory counters that historical records are not baseless speculation but supported by ancient documentation and local folklore, with the anomalous landscape giving rise to numerous legends that amplify Hujei Island's air of mystique.