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Sun Moon Lake - Ci'en Pagoda 🇹🇼
Hiking Ci'en Pagoda at Sun Moon Lake Taiwan Trail Views
In this video we visti the Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan and go on a short hike up to the Ci'en Pagoda.
In this video we visit the Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan and go on a short hike up to the Ci'en Pagoda.
In this video, we visit the Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan and go on a short hike up to the Ci'en Pagoda. The trail winds through lush subtropical forest, offering glimpses of the lake's turquoise waters below. Each switchback brings a new perspective of the surrounding mountains. At the top, the nine-story pagoda stands serene, built in memory of Chiang Kai-shek's mother. The climb is steady but manageable, perfect for a morning adventure. Inside the pagoda, the spiral staircase rewards with panoramic views from the top floor. The lake stretches out like a silk ribbon between the peaks. It's a peaceful escape that blends nature, history and a bit of leg work. Definitely worth the sweat.
In this video we visit the Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan and go on a short hike up to the Ci'en Pagoda.
Luke Hyde kicks off his adventure at Sun Moon Lake, hopping on a ferry with an all-day ticket for 250 Taiwanese dollars. The journey takes him to the Qinglong Mountain Trail, a spot famous for butterflies—though he gets swarmed by mosquitoes instead. He passes the Xuan Zang Temple and reaches the Ci'en Pagoda trail, which is officially closed. Never one to follow the rules, Luke sneaks past the barrier, helped by a fallen tree and encouragement from a fellow traveler. He makes it to the nine-story pagoda, climbs to the top, and is rewarded with a breathtaking view of the lake. The highlight? A massive bell at the top and a genuine sense of triumph.
Luke Hyde's hike to Ci'en Pagoda reveals Sun Moon Lake's butterfly-filled trails and a cheeky detour past a closed path. The climb ends with a massive bell and a jaw-dropping lake view that makes the sweat and mosquito bites totally worth it.
Luke Hyde hikes Sun Moon Lake's butterfly trail to Ci'en Pagoda, dodging mosquitoes and a closed path for a stunning lake view.
Sun Moon Lake Hike to Ci'en Pagoda on Qinglong Mountain Trail
0:13 Buy an all-day ferry ticket for 250 Taiwanese dollars to hop on and off any boat around Sun Moon Lake.
3:07 The Qinglong Mountain Trail is famous for butterflies, but bring insect repellent to avoid mosquito bites.
5:00 If a trail is closed, check with locals; sometimes it's still passable with a little care and caution.
6:54 Ci'en Pagoda has nine stories and a massive bell at the top, offering a stunning panoramic view of the lake.
7:54 Bring an extra t-shirt and a towel for the hike—the climb is sweaty but well worth the effort at the summit.
0:13 Buy an all-day ferry ticket for 250 Taiwanese dollars to hop on and off any boat around Sun Moon Lake.
3:07 The Qinglong Mountain Trail is famous for butterflies, but bring insect repellent to avoid mosquito bites.
5:00 If a trail is closed, check with locals; sometimes it's still passable with a little care and caution.
6:54 Ci'en Pagoda has nine stories and a massive bell at the top, offering a stunning panoramic view of the lake.
7:54 Bring an extra t-shirt and a towel for the hike—the climb is sweaty but well worth the effort at the summit.
0:01 Boarding the ferry at Sun Moon Lake
3:07 Butterfly habitat and mosquito attack
4:10 Arriving at Xuan Zang Temple
5:00 Closed trail and rebellious detour
6:54 Reaching the Ci'en Pagoda
7:54 Climbing to the top
8:13 Panoramic view of Sun Moon Lake
0:01 Boarding the ferry at Sun Moon Lake
3:07 Butterfly habitat and mosquito attack
4:10 Arriving at Xuan Zang Temple
5:00 Closed trail and rebellious detour
6:54 Reaching the Ci'en Pagoda
7:54 Climbing to the top
8:13 Panoramic view of Sun Moon Lake
How much was the ferry ticket?
It was 250 Taiwanese dollars for an all-day pass.
Were there a lot of mosquitoes on the trail?
Yes, I got attacked by an army of mosquitoes.
Was the trail to the pagoda closed?
Yeah, it was closed, but I went through anyway with some help from locals.
What was at the top of the pagoda?
A massive bell and an amazing view of Sun Moon Lake.
