Sun Moon Lake | A breathtaking view worth seeing at a glance

1🚅Du Du……𝐋𝐞𝐭’𝐬 𝐠𝐨 𓂃 "Setting off is always the most meaningful thing🧳" 2✈️﹏𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩 "Life is only about thirty thousand days, cherish every day of freedom" 3📍ᯤ 𝒈𝒐 𝒈𝒐 𝒈𝒐🛫 "Go experience the cities others are tired of" 4📍ɦǟ ɛʀ ɮɨռɢ ᯤ ⛄❄ "The best travel is when you discover a long-lost emotion in a strange place" 5📍ˎˊ˗ 𝐘𝐞𝐞𝐞𝐞 ✌️ ʺ̤ "Turn all the places you long for into the roads you have traveled" 6🚞🚃🚃💭 "When you can't find the answer, go see the world" 7🚙⸝⸝⸝⸝𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍𓏽 "Don't ask how much money is in your pocket, ask how many years of youth remain" 8🏜️ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ᴅᴀʏs !!📷 "Where your body can reach, don't let your eyes have regrets" 9🏞️𝚐𝚘𝚘𝚍 𝚜𝚌𝚎𝚗𝚎𝚛𝚢📸 "Bribed by beautiful scenery, the rest is good mood" 10🏖️𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘆｜🚅 "Either your body or soul must be on the road" 11☀ ·͜·ᴺᴵᶜᴱ🌵·͜·☁ "An interesting life is half family matters, half mountains, rivers, and seas" 12ˎˊ˗ 𝐘𝐞𝐞𝐞𝐞 🏝 ʺ̤ "A hundred descriptions of this place can't compare to seeing it yourself" 13Let's go～✈️ "The best way to solve anxiety is to go out and play" 14𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍./…🚌 "All answers are on the road, freedom is in the wind" 15🚖 𝗱𝘂𝗱𝘂𝗱𝘂 "Measure the world with your steps, record the scenery with your eyes" 16🚙……📍 ᵕ̈ ɴɪᴄᴇ person "You should stay where there is no ceiling" 17✐.ɴɪᴄᴇ ᴅᴀʏ 〰︎ "It is said that everyone has a little travel devil in their heart" 18Today🎧🎶 "Keep your eyes for the scenery, keep your weight for the food" 19📸𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒈𓂃 "Gathering material for old age memories" 20🚤🏝️🚃📸 ᴷᴬᒼᴬ "A busy daily life with stolen moments of leisure" Below is a travel guide for Sun Moon Lake for your reference Preparation - Documents: Prepare relevant documents such as the Taiwan Travel Permit and Entry Permit. - Clothing: Bring appropriate clothing according to the season. In summer, lightweight and breathable clothes and sun protection are recommended; in winter, keep warm. - Other items: Carry an appropriate amount of New Taiwan Dollars cash, or prepare UnionPay or international credit cards. Also bring common medicines, power banks, cameras, etc. Transportation Guide - Public Transport: You can take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Sun Moon Lake Line from Taichung High-Speed Rail Wuri Station or Taichung Train Station; or take bus No. 156 from Taichung International Airport to Taichung High-Speed Rail Station, then transfer to the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Sun Moon Lake Line; from Taipei, you can take Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport No. 1833 directly to Sun Moon Lake Station from Taipei Bus Transfer Station. - Car Rental: Sun Moon Lake is located in a mountainous area with inconvenient public transport. Renting a car allows flexible itinerary planning and easy access to major attractions. Attractions Introduction - Xuanguang Temple: Houses the relic of Master Xuanzang’s skull bone. The "Sun Moon Lake" stone carving in front of the temple is a must-visit photo spot. Nearby, the Grandma’s Tea Eggs are worth trying. - Wenwu Temple: Combines Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. The marble archway is inscribed with "Respect Literature and Martial Arts." Inside, the statue of Guan Gong is majestic, and the rooftop platform offers panoramic lake views. - Ita Thao Waterfront Trail: Located at the Ita Thao Pier, home to the Thao tribe. You can wear Thao traditional clothing for photos and catch the pink sunset at dusk. - Xiangshan Visitor Center: Features exposed concrete architecture with an infinity pool, perfect for Instagram-style photos. - Ci’en Pagoda: Standing 45 meters tall, climbing to the top offers a 360-degree view of Sun Moon Lake. Activities - Cycling Around the Lake: The Sun Moon Lake cycling path is about 30 kilometers long and is rated as one of the "Top Ten Most Beautiful Cycling Routes in the World." - Island Hopping by Boat: Purchase a 300 TWD day pass for unlimited boarding and disembarking at Shuishe, Xuanguang Temple, and Ita Thao piers to fully enjoy the lake scenery. - SUP Paddleboarding: The lake surface is calm, suitable for beginners. Experience it at dawn or dusk to enjoy stunning lake views. - Sun Moon Lake Cable Car: The cable car is 1.88 kilometers long, about 7 minutes one way, offering views of the lake and mountains and access to the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village. Food Recommendations - Grandma’s Tea Eggs: Located beside Xuanguang Temple, made with a 40-year-old traditional braising method, the mushroom-flavored broth penetrates the egg whites. - Millet Mochi: Found in Ita Thao Old Street, freshly pounded and wrapped, with a soft and chewy texture. - Black Tea Ice Cream: Made from Taiwan Tea No. 18 Ruby Red, with a rich tea aroma and not overly sweet. Accommodation Options - The Lalu: Combines Eastern Zen and modern minimalist styles, featuring an infinity pool, luxury spa, and excellent lake view rooms. - Fleur de Chine Hotel: Focuses on lake-view hot spring baths, offering delicious cuisine and quality service, suitable for families and couples.