Sun Moon Lake

Sun Moon Lake is a lake in Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. It is the largest body of water in Taiwan. The area around the lake is home to the Thao tribe, one of Taiwan's aboriginal tribes. Sun Moon Lake surrounds a tiny island called Lalu. The east side of the lake resembles a sun while the west side resembles a moon, hence the name.
  • Location: Yuchi, Nantou County, Taiwan
  • Primary outflows: Shueili River
  • Surface area: 7.93 km² (3.06 sq mi)
  • Max. depth: 27 m (89 ft)
  • Surface elevation: 748 m (2,454 ft)
  • Type: Lake

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Data from: en.wikipedia.org