Taichung International Airport 1 hr 26
Sun Moon Lake (22 min)
Views of the surrounding mountains are the highlight at this sprawling lake, Taiwan's largest. Wenwu Temple (9 min)
Grand, lakeside Chinese-style Taoist temple guarded by 2 giant lions & with 3 main halls. 獅頭山 (14 min)
Scenic mountain area featuring ancient walking trails, Buddhist temples & other historic landmarks. Paper Dome (18 min)
Modern chapel, originally built for survivors of the 1995 Kobe earthquake, made of waterproof paper. Xiangshan Visitor Center (7 min)
Designed by Dan Norihiko, this futuristic visitor center at Sun Moon Lake blends into the scenery. Xuanguang Temple (23 min)
Quaint Buddhist temple with scenic views of Sun Moon Lake, a stone marker & stall selling tea eggs. Sun Moon Lake Ropeway (19 min) Lalu Island (22 min)
Lalu is the old tribal name for this tiny island that sits within the famous Sun Moon Lake. Antique Assam Tea Farm (10 min)
Black-tea farm & vintage factory in scenic surrounds with a gift shop & restaurant. Yidashao Wharf (22 min)
Lakefront wharf with a pier, information center & tourist ferries close to food outlets & shopping. Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area (6 min)
Expansive lake area featuring a gondola, boat tours & a bike path, plus scenic mountain views. Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village (19 min)
Sprawling amusement park featuring live performances from Taiwan's indigenous people, plus rides. Xuanzang Temple (26 min) Shuishe Pier (17 min)
Popular lake pier surrounded by mountains features cycling routes, restaurants & a waterfront bar. Ci'en Pagoda (25 min)
Lauded Chinese-style tower, built in 1971, offering visitors elevated views & a nearby hiking trail. | 
