Județul Nantou

Scenic Nature & Waterfalls

Central Taiwan’s Nantou County and surrounding highlands offer a diverse range of aquatic and alpine landscapes. This collection spans from the 3,275-meter high Wuling lookout in Hehuanshan to the expansive Sun Moon Lake. It highlights numerous waterfalls including the cavernous Matsuzaka Falls and the multi-tiered Yunlong Falls. Key sites include Yushan National Park’s high-altitude viewing platforms and the unique geological formations of the Wujie gorge, providing access to the region's most significant mountain ranges and freshwater features.

Scenic Nature & Waterfalls — Hartă

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Zhushan Sunrise Viewing Platform

Elevated platform in the Alishan National Scenic Area, accessible via the Zhushan Forest Railway. It is a primary location for viewing the sunrise over the Central Mountain Range and the sea of clouds phenomenon.

Bernard Gagnon / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Sun Moon Lake

Sun Moon Lake is a lake in Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. It is the largest body of water in Taiwan.

lienyuan lee / CC BY 3.0

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Cingjing Small Swiss Garden

A 6-hectare European-style park located at 1,750 meters altitude. It features themed floral gardens, a central lake with water fountain shows, and Nordic-inspired architecture.

Wei-Te Wong / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Sun Moon Lake Ropeway

A 1.87-kilometer aerial tramway connecting Sun Moon Lake’s Ita Thao with the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village, providing views of the lake’s eastern shore and surrounding mountains.

Ckbubutp / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Lalu Island

Lalu Island is a small island in Sun Moon Lake, Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan.

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Wu ling liao wang tai

Situated at 3,275 meters above sea level on Provincial Highway 14, this is the highest point on Taiwan’s public road system, offering views of the Hehuanshan mountain peaks.

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Matsuzaka Falls

Located in Sun Link Sea Forest Recreation Area, this waterfall features a massive natural sandstone cavern and hanging stalactites behind the water curtain.

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Rainbow Falls

A 30-meter waterfall in the Dongpu area. A rainbow is frequently visible in the spray during sunny afternoons. It is reached via a 40-minute uphill trail.

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Yun long pu bu

A three-tier waterfall located at the 4.3km mark of the Batongguan Historic Trail. It drops approximately 100 meters down the cliff face into the Chenyoulan River valley.

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Xiang shan tiao wang ping tai

A cantilevered observation deck near the Xiangshan Visitor Center that extends 10 meters over Sun Moon Lake, providing 270-degree views of the water.

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Wu jie yi xian tian

A narrow river canyon in the Wujie area where two cliffs nearly meet. It is typically accessible by hiking along the Zhuoshui River bed during the dry season.

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Fu qi shu

Two iconic charred Formosan cypress trees located at the 141.2km mark of the New Central Cross-Island Highway within Yushan National Park.

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Guan Yin Waterfall

A multi-level waterfall near Puli. The trail features a series of cascades, with the outer falls accessible within a short walk from the roadside.

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De xing pu bu

A two-stage waterfall situated in the bamboo forests of Lugu Township, featuring a deep plunge pool at the base of the lower tier.

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Qing long pu bu

A 116-meter high waterfall in the Sun Link Sea Forest Recreation Area, known for its steep vertical drop and surrounding temperate forest.

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Feng huang gu pu bu

A waterfall located within the Fenghuanggu Bird and Ecology Park, accessible via a dedicated forest trail.

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Yu men guan pu bu

A natural rock gorge and waterfall on the Beigang River in Guoxing Township, characterized by its narrow stone passages and clear swimming holes.

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Yi nu pu bu

A slender waterfall located along the Batongguan Historic Trail in Yushan National Park, named for its graceful, narrow appearance.

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He huan shan qi lai shan leng da jing

A high-altitude viewpoint offering vistas of the rugged ridgeline between Hehuanshan and the Qilai mountain range, often showcasing dramatic cloud formations.

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Lin zhi shan jing guan ping tai

Located at 2,854 meters in the Tataka area of Yushan National Park, this platform offers clear views of Taiwan’s highest peak, Yushan Main Peak.

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