# Sun Moon Lake (日月潭)

Taichung, Taiwan Region · South China, China · Guidebook rating: 4/5
Canonical: https://cnatrip.com/en/places/sun-moon-lake
Language: en

## Key facts

- **Admission:** Free
- **Opening hours:** Open all day, all year 2026
- **Time needed:** 1-2 days
- **Address:** Shuishe Village, Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan
- **Getting there:** Take a tourist bus directly to Sun Moon Lake from Taipei North Station
- **Good for:** Hiking & Outdoors, Photography, Nature

## About Sun Moon Lake

The fame of Sun Moon Lake needs no introduction; it has almost become synonymous with Taiwan. Whatever you think of the scenery, if you have been to Taiwan and haven't visited Sun Moon Lake, people will tell you it's a real pity. Sun Moon Lake is one of Taiwan's largest natural lakes, covering 9 square kilometres. It is also known as the “Heavenly Lake of Taiwan.”

## Tips from the guidebook

- Staying at Sun Moon Lake: The most beautiful times at Sun Moon Lake are dawn and dusk, so be sure to spend a night here. Hotels by the lake are pricier, but lakeside rooms let you relax and enjoy the view at leisure.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 2698. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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