Penghu Stone Weir Tide Puzzle

Stack basalt and coral stones into heart- or crescent-shaped tidal weirs, then watch the tide ebb and flood to trap fish; better wall shapes catch more.

Heritage note

Part of the living heritage of Taiwan. Some forms of this practice carry deep meaning for the communities who keep it; here we describe the play and the craft only, with respect for its roots.

Origins

A living tradition passed from person to person; it is not tied to a single dated origin. It belongs to the cultural world of Southeast Asia and the Islands.