Falling tung blossoms carpet the path — the scenery as if time has paused

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On the azure skywalk, travelers pause in their steps, captivated by the mountain valley blanketed with pure white tung blossoms like cotton candy. Clouds drift by, gently cradling the snow-white petals as they flutter down, spinning as if performing a delicate minuet.

Time... has it stopped?




Standing alone in the deep mountains, enjoying the beauty above the clouds, with no sight of the path behind. The winding trail weaves up and down — step by step, turning around to not miss a thing, layer upon layer of soft floral bedding that only the air is lucky enough to possess.




A fairy-tale cottage?

Travelers try to find a way to get closer to you, but the narrow path and their own ignorance hold them back. One more imperfection added to the list — perhaps the next hidden gem awaits?







Taking a deep breath and moving on, the riders’ paradise gradually fills with bustling visitors, and the silence fades into cheerful noise.

Tick-tock, the sound urges travelers on — the slowed-down time has slipped away.




Gently swaying blue suspension bridge, rocking softly in the breeze, with fallen petals blanketing the path like a carpet. Though not in full bloom, the travelers leave with contentment.

This season, the second round. And I... am already preparing for the next journey...

Tung blossoms still fall beautifully, burying themselves within the minuet.




Skywalk (Tongluo Bicycle Path), beside Jiuhuashan Dasanshan Temple. (April 20, 2014 — over 80% in bloom.)

[Skywalk (Tongluo Bicycle Path)]

Address:No. 16, Liulin Village, Tongluo Township, Miaoli County
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