Some local residents expressed their concern about the economic development of the archipelago , shortly after the China Airlines Flight 611 fell near the county . Following the crash of the China Airlines plane on 25 May 2002 , the island 's scenic area went through its quietest summer in years . This situation once again caused many to look to legalizing gambling as a way to attract tourists . Such a move met some opposition within the county : many tourism experts and local residents said that legalizing gambling was an irresponsible way to promote Penghu 's tourism . In response to pressure from Penghu residents during 2000 , the central government agreed to give between NT$ 100 million and NT$ 200 million to the Penghu National Scenic Area Administration Office to promote the islands ' tourism . This budget , however , did little to develop Penghu or its tourism industry : no large-scale projects were completed and , despite numerous promotions , the plentiful tourism resources of Penghu failed to draw crowds . " The money was spent on constructing new harbors based on election concerns , which resulted in the many unnecessary harbors in Penghu now , " said an anti-gambling activist in Penghu . There are now 67 harbors servicing Penghu 's 97 villages . " The quality of these harbors is poor , and Penghu 's coastline was seriously damaged by their construction , " the same activist explained
China Airlines Flight 611
China Airlines Flight 611
Penghu National Scenic Area