Wenwu Temple at Sun Moon Lake｜Sacred Site of Confucianism, Buddhism & Taoism × 366-Step Prayer Annual Ladder Trail

Attractions / Nantou Attractions

Located on the hillside of the northern shore of Sun Moon Lake, 【Wenwu Temple】 is not only a religious center but also a secret scenic spot. The magnificent palace architecture, the rare red stone lions in Taiwan, and the unique "Annual Ladder Trail" behind the temple all make this a classic must-visit attraction for tourists to Sun Moon Lake.

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Flourishing Incense × Cultural Hall of Three Religions in One

• The temple is built along the mountain, with the main hall divided into three major spaces:

  • Worship Hall: Dedicated to Emperor Wenchang and founding deities, suitable for students praying for academic fortune

  • Martial Saint Hall: Dedicated to Emperor Guan and Yue Fei, symbolizing loyalty and righteousness

  • Great Achievement Hall: Dedicated to Confucius, a sacred place for scholars to pray for career advancement and academic success

This temple that integrates Confucian, Taoist, and Buddhist beliefs has flourishing incense, solemn atmosphere, and serves as a spiritual station for many people's spiritual sustenance and travel prayers.

Ascend to Overlook the Lake × Unmissable Stunning Observation Deck

The observation platform behind Wenwu Temple offers an excellent angle foroverlooking Sun Moon Lake.

• On sunny days, you can see the lake surface reflecting the blue sky and green mountains

• On rainy days, the misty clouds create a fairyland-like atmosphere

Regardless of the weather, the serene beauty of Sun Moon Lake can always display its unique charm here.

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Annual Ladder Trail｜366 Steps × Exclusive Birthday Prayer Experience

• Total length of200 meters, with366 steps, each step representing one day of the year (including leap year)

• Carved with24 solar terms and traditional customs knowledge alongside the steps, learning while walking

• Prayer wind chimes can be purchased andhung on the step corresponding to your birthday, leaving your exclusive wish

This trail combines culture, prayer, and hiking, making it the most surprising "meditative walking route" for tourists.

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Charter Tour Recommendations｜Wenwu Temple × Sun Moon Lake Circular Deep Tour Route

Recommended Itinerary | Sun Moon Lake One-Day Prayer Tour
Depart from Taichung → Xiangshan Visitor Center → Lake Cruise → Ita Thao Lunch → Wenwu Temple → Annual Ladder Trail → Return

✔ Suitable for elderly companions, family trips, culture enthusiasts
✔ Flexible arrangement of photography, prayer, and sightseeing time
✔ Combined with charter service, avoiding the hassle of bus transfers, easily visiting classic lakeside attractions

Images and text from:(Taichung Tourism Website Taichung Tourism photo and partial text copyrights belong to original authors)

 

Benefits of Charter Tourism

 

1. Flexible Itinerary, Arrange as You Wish

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