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Both sunrise and sunset over the sea of clouds are awe-inspiring views that require some luck to catch, but not many have seen the sea of clouds at night. The moonlight on the clouds combined with a sky full of stars creates a surreal beauty that looks like a movie scene — as stunning as a painting.
The starry sky above is not from daytime, but moonlight. (Photo by / Wandering in the Clouds – Alishan)
The Ogasawara Viewpoint is located in Alishan, Chiayi. It was named during the Japanese colonial period after Okubo Fujiiro by the Taiwan Governor-General’s Office following their exploration of Alishan.
A surreal and dreamlike view. (Photo by / Wandering in the Clouds – Alishan)
The Ogasawara Mountain Viewpoint, standing at an altitude of 2,488 meters, boasts uniquely expansive views where travelers can enjoy sunsets, colorful skies, and stargazing at night.
A picturesque and dreamy grand scene. (Photo by / Wandering in the Clouds – Alishan)
To witness the Moonlit Sea of Clouds, you need to be exceptionally lucky. The timing must be within a few days before or after the full moon, and both the sea of clouds and the moonlight must cooperate — only then do you have a chance to see this magical scene under the stars, before the moon, and above the sea of clouds.
The Moonlit Sea of Clouds resembles a sunrise. (Photo by / Wandering in the Clouds – Alishan)
Travelers hoping to see the Moonlit Sea of Clouds are advised to arrive around sunset, bringing food and warm clothing. After all, admiring and photographing such a magnificent scene requires preparing for a long encounter with nature.
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Ogasawara Viewpoint
Address: Alishan Township, Chiayi County
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