The Century-Old Story of Sun Moon Lake Black Tea
From Assam tea seedlings planted in 1925 during the Japanese era to the modern revival of Ruby Black Tea No. 18, the century-long story of Sun Moon Lake tea is one of resilience and rebirth.
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Travel guides, local cuisine, seasonal events — discover the beauty of Sun Moon Lake
Explore Sun Moon Lake
Sun Moon Lake Boat Cruise Guide — All Three Piers
A boat cruise is the best way to explore Sun Moon Lake's three piers — Shuishe, Xuanguang, and Ita Thao. Day pass NT$300 for unlimited rides, plus sunset cruise options.
Read MoreHow to Get to Sun Moon Lake — By Car, Bus & High-Speed Rail
Getting to Sun Moon Lake is easy. Take the Nantou Bus from Taichung HSR Station (~1.5 hours) or drive via Freeway 6 (~1 hour). Full transport guide inside.
Read MoreSun Moon Lake Swimming Carnival — Complete Participant Guide
The Sun Moon Lake Swimming Carnival is Taiwan's largest open-water swim. Every September, over 20,000 swimmers cross 3.3 km of lake. Here's everything you need to know.
Read MoreSun Moon Lake Fireworks & Music Festival Guide
Held every October–November, the Sun Moon Lake Fireworks & Music Festival is Nantou's biggest annual event. Fireworks burst over the lake while live music fills the night.
Read MoreIta Thao Food Street — The Ultimate Snack Guide
Ita Thao Food Street is Sun Moon Lake's liveliest snack strip. From millet mochi and wild boar sausages to stretched shrimp, eat your way from one end to the other.
Read MoreSun Moon Lake Tea Tasting Map — A Tour of Local Tea Houses
Sun Moon Lake is the birthplace of Taiwan's finest black teas. Visit our own Baiyucha Tea Garden, Hohocha, and other celebrated tea houses to taste Ruby and Hongyu teas.
Read MoreTop 10 Must-Try Foods in Yuchi Township
A local's pick of the 10 best eats around Sun Moon Lake — from the legendary Grandma's tea eggs to artisan coffee estates in the Yuchi hills.
Read MoreWenwu Temple Sunrise Guide — Best Times & Viewing Angles
Wenwu Temple on the north shore of Sun Moon Lake is the ideal spot to watch sunrise. Climb the 366-step Year Ladder for breathtaking dawn views over the lake.
Read MoreXiangshan Visitor Center — An Architectural Gem at Sun Moon Lake
Designed by Japanese architect Dan Norihiko, the Xiangshan Visitor Center is a stunning concrete masterpiece with an infinity pool overlooking Sun Moon Lake.
Read MoreDeep Dive into Ita Thao Village — Thao Culture Experience
Ita Thao is the ancestral home of the Thao people, Taiwan's smallest indigenous tribe. Explore their vibrant market, lakeside pier, and centuries-old traditions.
Read MoreComplete Guide to Sun Moon Lake Cycling Trail
Named one of the world's top 10 most beautiful cycling trails by CNN, the 30km Sun Moon Lake loop offers breathtaking lakeside scenery at every turn.
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