Sea of Clouds and Glowing Lights – Witness Taiwan’s Top Five Million-Dollar Night Views Here

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

The sea of clouds and glowing lights, a million-dollar night view, is a private scenic wonder limited to autumn and winter. Through layers of mist, it shimmers with a dazzling array of colorful splendor, coupled with the setting sun and the breathtaking sight of light piercing through the clouds like fire. Each viewing moment can take your breath away. Below are five recommended locations across Taiwan for experiencing these glowing night views. If you wish to witness the spectacular sea of glowing lights, consider adding these spots to your list.

1. Taipei – Datun Mountain
Datun Mountain features four observation decks, with convenient transportation and excellent views. It is a well-known spot for enjoying the sunset and night views of the Taipei Basin. From late autumn to early winter, in addition to the silvergrass flowers blanketing the hills, the gathering sea of clouds in the evening also makes this an ideal location for photographing both sea of clouds and glowing lights.
 
2. New Taipei – Guanyin Mountain Hardman Ridge, Teapot Mountain, and Wufen Mountain, Donghua Shengong
New Taipei has many mountainous areas often shrouded in clouds and mist, attracting hikers and photography enthusiasts. The sea of clouds and glowing lights that appear during seasonal transitions present a stunningly gorgeous sight.

3. Nantou – Hutou Mountain, Golden Dragon Mountain, [Da] Mountain, Wujie Happy Tea Garden
Nantou is one of the popular regions for capturing glowing lights. Whether it’s Hutou Mountain, [Da] Mountain, or Golden Dragon Mountain, all offer magnificent views of cloud waterfalls and million-dollar night scenes. Afternoon thunderstorms are typical of Nantou’s summer climate, and sea of clouds often form shortly after heavy rains. Within moments, a glowing cloud sea emerges. The dreamy view of mist-covered mountains is truly unforgettable.

4. Chiayi – Dingshihao, Taiping Sky Ladder, Xige
Chiayi is also a popular destination for photography enthusiasts seeking to capture glowing cloud seas. This includes spots like Dingshihao and Xige, as well as the recently popular Taiping Sky Ladder, which is another great place to photograph million-dollar night views. With high-altitude mountain terrain and proximity to Alishan National Scenic Area, Chiayi is one of Taiwan’s representative regions of breathtaking fairy-tale landscapes.