Sun Moon Lake ‘shines’ as one of Taiwan’s top tourist destinations – and waking up to wonderful waterside views is always a pleasant way to start the day. Most of Sun Moon Lake’s accommodation options are clustered around its two main lakeside towns – Ita Thao and Shuishe, where you can find many mid-range guesthouses […]
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A worthwhile inclusion to any Taiwan itinerary, Sun Moon Lake ‘shines’ as one of Taiwan’s top tourist destinations. Whilst it can get busy, the sight of sunset over Sun Moon Lake or a trip to the waterside temples usually makes up for the crowds and it is accessible from Taichung, Taipei and Alishan. Sun Moon […]
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Are you planning a trip to Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan but are super confused about how to get there? Don’t panic as we have compiled this detailed guide to explain all the different transport options for getting to Sun Moon Lake. This article was originally published in April 2024. This article will cover how […]
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40 Instagrammable and Colorful Taiwan Photo Spots 2026
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Taiwan’s rainbow villages, colorful creative parks and vibrant villages make it one of the world’s Instagram hotspots and top TikTok places. From Ximending’s excellent street-art to colorful fishing harbors and even a ‘Rainbow Railway’, Taiwan is tops for dazzling day-trips and epic excursions. Kaohsiung is a kaleidoscope of color with the Dome of Light, Weiwuying […]
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Shuishe is one of Sun Moon Lake’s most popular places to stay and a springboard to explore the local area by boat or bus – it is likely your first port of call if you are traveling to Sun Moon Lake by bus from Taichung or Taipei. Overlooking the water, Shuishe is one of the […]
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One of Sun Moon Lake’s most popular areas to stay in and visit, Ita Thao has numerous hotels, restaurants and shops and is a short walk from famous attractions such as Sun Moon Lake Ropeway. Overlooking the water, Ita Thao is one of the three main stops on the Sun Moon Lake ferry boat shuttle […]
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Sun Moon Lake ‘shines’ as one of Taiwan’s top tourist regions, with a wide array of natural and man-made attractions. Whilst it can get busy, the sight of sunset over Sun Moon Lake or a trip to the waterside temples usually makes up for the crowds and it is an easy day trip from Taichung. […]