Timeless Journey of Taiwan: Sunmoon Lake & Mt. Ali

There are about 80 different species of butterflies in the area of Sun Moon Lake, and butterfly seeing is a popular activity for tourists. The beautiful “Green Jewel”, the world-class Assam tea garden, is visible on the Maolan Mountain in the Yuchih Township. The historic snake kiln is famous for its nationally famous earthenware. The Hu-Tou Mountain in the Puli City is the geographical center of the Taiwan Island. The Puli Brewery is famous for its wines, which attract many gourmets.Ali Mountain is the general name of the eighteen hills including Zhu Hill and Tower Hill. The highest peak of Ali Mountain is Tower Hill with the height of 8,736 feet. Ali Mountain is world famous for its 'five rare sites' including the Sunrise, the Ali Mountain Forest Railway, the famous Alishan Sacred Tree, the Grand Sea of Clouds, and the Flamboyant Cherry Blossom.