Nantaou, Taiwan

Executive summary by darmansjah

Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty including forested mountain and clear streams, one of Nantou County’s must-see attraction is the Sun-Moon Lake; also Taiwan’s only natural water body. Once here, visitors will be able to witness a full spectrum of wildlife, from exotic birds, such as the Greay-cheeked Fulvetta and the Black Bulbul to wilds pigs and raccoons.

The area gets even livelier between 10^th October to 11^th November during the annual sun Moon Lake International Music Festival. This popular Taiwan event receives large groups of reputable musicians and performers from the world over, staging a series of spectacular lakeshore concerts and performances, including the special Fireworks Condert ‘Les Miserables’.

From Singapore, fly directly to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport via Jetstar Airways China Airlines, Singapore airlines, Tiger airways, and trans asia airways, before travelling to Puli via a bus or taxi from Taichung train station. Once at Puli, take a transfer bus to Sun Moon Lake. From Kuala Lumpur, fly direct via Malaysia airlines and jetstar airways.

Tucked away in a quiet enclave, the Lalu Sun Moon Lake feels like its own private island. Strategically located within close proximity to the iconic Sun Moon Lake, this luxurious 5-star hotel offers visitors panoramic views of the lake and a truly upscale living experience (from US$600).