Xuanguang Temple – Ci En Pagoda loop from Sun Moon Lake

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Xuanguang Temple – Ci En Pagoda loop from Sun Moon Lake

Easy

3.5

(4)

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Xuanguang Temple – Ci En Pagoda loop from Sun Moon Lake

01:26

4.34km

190m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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136 m

Xuanguang Temple

Highlight • Religious Site

In front of the temple is the original stone with the inscription Sun Moon
Lake, which is besieged by Chinese tourist hordes. To everyone
Chinese tourists the opportunity to give …

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398 m

Rest area

Highlight • Rest Area

Beautiful rest area under giant bamboo

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1.07 km

Xung Tung Temple

Highlight • Religious Site

The Master Xuanzang Memorial Hall has three floors and presents the life of Master Xuanzang. The upper floor contains Master's relics.

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1.17 km

Pavilion with Wooden Facade

Highlight • Structure

2.37 km

Ci En Pagoda

Highlight • Religious Site

About 500 meters and 200 steps lead to the pagoda on the mountain. The pagoda is accessible and costs no entry; from the top you have a great view over the Sun Moon Lake.

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4.34 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.72 km

900 m

620 m

110 m

Surfaces