3 Days Sun Moon Lake & Mt. Ali (Alishan)

The Alishan National Forest Recreation Area is a popular attraction in Chiayi, with its lush greenery and beautiful sunsets. Spanning an area of 41,520 hectares and stretching across four townships, Alishan National Forest Recreation Area is famous in the country for not only its sunrises and afterglow sceneries but also its cherry blossoms and bamboo gorges. It has also been extensively featured in local TV dramas, often as the backdrop in the filming of romantic scenes. read more »

The largest lake and the pearl of central Taiwan, Sun Moon Lake is a stunning water body that is surrounded by green mountains. The eastern part of the lake has a shape as round as that of the sun while the western part is curiously shaped like a crescent moon. Hence, the name Sun Moon Lake. read more »

The Chiayi Culture Center, which showcases the local culture in the area, comprises three buildings which house a coloured-pottery museum, a library and a 1113-seat music hall. It is an excellent place to learn about the rich history of the Chiayi district in Taiwan, and to immerse yourself in Taiwanese history. While you visit the Chiayi City Culture Center, remember to visit the pool of Chinese Firs, a pond to the north of the music hall which is listed as one of eight scenic spots in Chulo. read more »

The Nantou Sand Sculpture Festival is a festival that began in 2009, and has since become an annual event held at the bank of Maoluo Creek, usually from January to February. This festival is expected to attract a large crowd of visitors to the venue. At Maoluo Creek, you will be able to see the debut classic movie characters being made and constructed into large sand sculptures. read more »