Sun Moon Lake

Taiwan's largest lake, Sun Moon Lake is located in the mountains of Nantou at the geographic centre of Taiwan island.
The name of the lake is inspired by the beauty of the area. The east side of the lake is round, like the sun, while the west side is long and narrow, like a crescent moon.
The aboriginal Thao tribe lives around the lake.
The town Ita Thao is located across the lake from the pier area and next to the Sun Moon Lake Ropeway.
In the centre of the lake is a small island named Lalu, and is reserved for aboriginal religious practices, therefore the public is not allowed to visit the island.