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Nantou County occupies an area of about 4,100 square kilometers. It is home to Taiwan's highest peak, Yushan (Mt. Jade), and 41 other 3,000-plus-meter mountains that form an unbroken and undulating expanse of green. Taiwan's longest river, the Zhuoshui River, winds through this county, and the island's most beautiful lake, Sun Moon Lake, completes its scenic tapestry.
At 3237 meters, Shimen Mountain is #66 on Taiwan’s 100 Peak list and is the easiest climb of all Taiwan’s high peaks. Located at the Taroko National Park, it promises a scenic nature with only about half an hour from the trail entrance to its peak.
Mona Rudo Memorial Park is a park to memorize Mona Rudo, an aboriginal patriot who boldly defeated the Japanese Army in 1930 during the Wushe Incident. Visiting this park has broadened my understanding of Taiwan aboriginal history.
Ke Li Ecological Farm situated at Puli Township is a farm which practices sustainable agriculture. I enjoyed the organic meals produced by this farm and the hands-on making pizza experience. If you have time, indulge in other activities such as catching mud fishes, little clams, feeding chickens or farm tours.
