Puli, Nantou

Puli (埔里; Taiwanese POJ: Po·-lí) is an urban township in Nantou County, Taiwan. It is the geographic center of Taiwan.

Related Topics:
Taiwanese POJ - Township - Nantou County - Taiwan

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One of the main economic activities in Puli is tourism; this is because it is located in the mountainous center of Taiwan, and many tourist destination spots are located near this township. The most well-known is Sun Moon Lake, only a 30-minute drive from Puli. There is also a nationally owned brewery, as well as the largest Buddhist temple in Nantou County.

Related Topics:
Tourism - Sun Moon Lake

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In 1999, this town was struck hard by the 921 Earthquake

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1999 - 921 Earthquake

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• Area: 162.22 km²
• Population: 87,350 people (2003)
 
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