How do I get from Taichung to Sun Moon Lake?

Take the High Speed Rail train and get off at Taichung Station, then go to the 1st floor, Exit 5, Platform 3rd platform and take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle to Sun Moon Lake.

Can you walk around Sun Moon Lake?

Sun Moon Lake Ropeway (日月潭纜車) You can walk from the pier in Ita Thao to the Sun Moon Lake Ropeway along a pretty lakeside path in about 15‭ ‬minutes‭.

Is Sun Moon Lake still dry?

As Taiwan experiences one of its worst droughts in history, the lack of rainfall has resulted in Sun Moon Lake drying up over the past few months. The baked and cracked basin of the dried up lake looks nothing like before, resembling a moonscape instead.

Why is Sun Moon Lake special?

Explore the best of Sun Moon Lake! Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful alpine lake located in the middle of Taiwan. Enjoy the most special experience in the water, land and air. Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area has a rich indigenous culture, and excellent agricultural products.

What restaurants are in Sun Moon Lake?

Ita Thao Old Street
Ita Thao Old Street (伊達邵老街) is the best place for eating and shopping at Sun Moon Lake. Lots of people enjoying the views from Ita Thao Pier. Ita Thao Old Street has many restaurant and souvenir shops, definitely a must see stop for tourists.

What is in the middle of Sun Moon Lake?

In the middle of the lake is the Lalu Island, which is considered holy ground by the Thao tribe. In legend, Thao hunters discovered Sun Moon Lake while chasing a white deer through the surrounding mountains.

Is Taiwan drought over?

Taiwan recently concluded its worst drought in 56 years in June 2021 and provides an interesting case where drought can lead to potential displacement situations. Generally, when it comes to drought, we tend to think about its impact on the agriculture sector.

How deep is the Sun Moon Lake?

89′Sun Moon Lake / Max depth

Sun Moon Lake surrounds a tiny island called Lalu. The east side of the lake resembles a sun while the west side resembles a moon, hence the name. Sun Moon Lake is located 748 m (2,454 ft) above sea level. It is 27 m (89 ft) deep and has a surface area of approximately 7.93 km2 (3.06 sq mi).

How long does it take to cycle around Sun Moon Lake?

Time: nearly seven hours including a couple of hours for coffee and wandering – if I did this again I would start as early as the shop opens so that I have as much time as possible to explore all the temples and places of interest along the way.

Does Taiwan get water from China?

From Mainland China, the water is mainly sourced from Longhu Lake (Chinese: 龙湖) which has a capacity of 655 million m3 of water.

Can you drink tap water in Taiwan?

The tap water supplied by the T.W.D. (Taipei Water Department) in Taipei, Taiwan is safe for consumption. The T.W.D.’s water quality is held to the same standard as more developed countries.

Why is there a water shortage in Taiwan?

The contribution of the agricultural sector to Taiwan’s GDP decreased by 4.48 percent in the first quarter of 2021, largely due to constraints that water shortage had on production. In addition, the government had put a halt on irrigation, affecting 183,000 acres of farmland.

How to get to Sun Moon Lake from Taichung Station?

Take the High Speed Rail train and get off at Taichung Station, then go to the 1st floor, Exit 5, Platform 3rd platform and take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle to Sun Moon Lake. Taiwan Tourist Shuttle is a bus service that connects to all the popular attractions, train and high-speed rail stations.

How to get to Sun Moon Lake in Nantou?

You can take the following public transportation or drive to Sun Moon Lake in Nantou: Taiwan Railways, Taiwan Tour Bus and Kuo-Kuang Motor Transport. 1. Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Sun Moon Lake Route

How to get to Sun Moon Lake by high speed rail?

The High Speed Rail travels very fast and is good for visitors who want to reduce their time spent on traveling. Take the High Speed Rail train and get off at Taichung Station, then go to the 1st floor, Exit 5, Platform 3rd platform and take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle to Sun Moon Lake.

How to get from Alishan to Sun Moon Lake?

There are not that many buses going from Alishan to Sun Moon Lake, because there are relatively few passengers. Passengers with ticket packages or passes, please call the sales office to reserve seats 3 days prior to departure. Departure from Alishan: 1st bus 1:00pm; last bus 2:00pm