Text / Scenic Spot Reporter Peggy
Cherry blossoms are in full bloom, and many scenic spots are covered with breathtaking seas of pink. Located in Shitan, Miaoli, the Miao Yin Jing Yuan on Lian Tai Mountain boasts six different varieties of cherry blossoms due to its higher altitude. Recently, the Showa cherry blossoms have been in full bloom, creating an absolutely gorgeous sight.
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The Miao Yin Jing Yuan on Lian Tai Mountain is a hidden gem for cherry blossom viewing. (Photo / Miao Yin Jing Yuan on Lian Tai Mountain)
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Showa cherry blossoms in full bloom. (Photo / qqiang030)
Situated at an altitude of about 751 meters, the Miao Yin Jing Yuan on Lian Tai Mountain features a cherry blossom grove with various types including mountain cherry, double-flowered cherry, Showa cherry, and Yoshino cherry. The delicate pink blooms paired with traditional temple architecture give visitors the illusion of being whisked away to Japan.
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The harmony between the temple and cherry blossoms creates a scenery that makes you feel like you're in a foreign land. (Photo / Miao Yin Jing Yuan on Lian Tai Mountain, the same below)
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You may even catch a glimpse of the sea of clouds.
The temple ambiance in Qingjing, coupled with blooming pink cherry blossoms, offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere like a fairyland. Thanks to its high elevation, it's also a great spot to admire the sea of clouds, with ethereal beauty that is truly intoxicating.
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The dreamy haze adds an even more mysterious and peaceful charm.
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