Which do you prefer — mountain views or ocean views? If you love the boundless blue of the sea, then you can't miss "Nanshan Temple" in Pinglin, New Taipei City. This is a hidden gem known only to locals and is arguably the most expansive sea of clouds viewing spot in northern Taiwan. Especially during the current cherry blossom season, you’ll see many cherry blossom trees along the way. The stunning pink-and-green scenery has successfully drawn many visitors seeking healing for body and mind.

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? Nanshan Temple Moonlight Sea of Clouds ? A spontaneous trip Seeing my first sea of clouds in life was truly exhilarating I instantly felt that riding from Miaoli to Taipei was totally worth it haha ? Been to Nanshan Temple twice — once saw the Milky Way, once the sea of clouds Hope I can stay this lucky ? ? ? #Pinglin #NanshanTemple #Moonlight #SeaOfClouds ? ――――――――――――――――― #instagram#iseetaiwan#bpintaiwan#bns_taiwan#amazingtaiwan#exploretaiwan#bravotaiwan#iformosa #vsco #vscocam #vscogood #vscodaily #vscotaiwan #igerstaiwan #instameettaiwan #ig_taiwan #eventtaiwan #taiwan #everydaytaiwan #bravotaiwan #canonphoto #canon #canon77d

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Pinglin is not only famous for its tea, but the local sea of clouds scenery is also not to be missed. The New Taipei City Pinglin District Office revealed that the Nanshan Temple Xiangong Temple parking lot and the summit of Kaiyan Trail are the best spots to view the sea of clouds. Whether you want to catch the sunrise at dawn or the sunset at dusk, each offers a unique charm.

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“The call of the mountain” Thanks to my fellow photographer for taking this shot — Sony cameras are truly amazing, even just an APS-C one. (March 2019, Pinglin, New Taipei City, Taiwan) - - - @nikon_taiwan @amazingtaipei @amazingtaiwan @taipeitravel @taipeigram @taiwantravelmap @view_taiwan @taiwan_dream @discover_taiwan @taiwangramer @vscotaiwan @vsco.taipei @bpintaiwan @wantogo @ig_taipei @tw_wheretogo @discover_taiwan @travelyam #sony #sonya6500 #NanshanTemple #Pinglin #Sunrise #SeaOfClouds #Taiwan #Taipei #Photography #Photographer #Instagramers #TaiwanTravel #TaipeiTravel #TaiwanGram #TaipeiTrip #vscotaipei #iseetaiwan #eventtaiwan #bravotaiwan #iformosa #amazing_shots #amazing #theworldshotz

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(Photo / [email protected] New Taipei City Pinglin District Office)

If you head to Kaiyan Trail, you'll find the summit offers a remarkably expansive view. Just standing amid the sea of clouds can instantly relieve stress, like a spa treatment for your body and soul. The surrounding mountains appear and disappear in the mist, while the emerald green tea fields complement the pink cherry blossoms and white sea of clouds — it's like a fairyland. Every downward shot is picture-perfect without editing. Before the upcoming holiday, plan a one-day trip to Pinglin!

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? Nanshan Temple If I had to name the place I've chased the view the most, this would be my personal No.1 — I've been here over 10 times. Waiting for that perfect shot makes all the previous cloudy visits worth it. #Pinglin #NanshanTemple #SeaOfClouds

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Nanshan Temple

Address: No. 5, Zhangkongzi Road, Yuguang Village, Pinglin Township, Taipei County