By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
With the advancement of internet technology and the popularity of social media, hidden scenic wonders from every corner of the world are gradually being discovered. Taiwan, blessed with abundant natural landscapes, has also seen many of its secret spots and attractions unearthed by netizens. Situated in Ren'ai Township, Nantou County, the Wujie Dam is a river-blocking weir primarily designed to intercept water from the main course of the Zhuoshui River and the Wandan River. It channels the water through an aqueduct to Sun Moon Lake for storage, making it a crucial reservoir. While the beauty of Sun Moon Lake is internationally renowned, the nearby Wujie Dam is often overlooked. Here, you’ll find lakeside scenery that feels like a fairy tale, and the surrounding Wujie Village is a serene, mountain-surrounded hidden gem. Travelers heading to Sun Moon Lake are highly recommended to make a side trip to Wujie and explore this stunning secret paradise.
The Wujie Dam boasts otherworldly scenic beauty (Image provided by IG: vivian104)
It’s easy to capture breathtaking, dreamy photos at the Wujie Dam (Image provided by IG: yunfanlin)
The Wujie Dam is a key river-blocking weir that channels water to Sun Moon Lake via an aqueduct (Image source: Nantou County Government)
The Wujie area surrounding the Wujie Dam (Image source: Wikipedia)
The Momonaer Waterfall located in Wujie (Image provided by IG: a846610)
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