Text / Compiled and reported by the editorial team of MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network
 

From April to August each year, the blue tears of Matsu are most likely to appear, glowing a mysterious blue as waves crash against the shore. This breathtaking sight has become a hot topic not only for Matsu tourism and photography in recent years but recently also caught the attention of the U.S. space agency NASA. On April 24, it was featured on NASA’s “Astronomy Picture of the Day” website, becoming an internationally recognized extraordinary natural phenomenon!

The photo of the blue tears that appeared on the “Astronomy Picture of the Day” website was taken on the seashore of Nangan Island. The photographer used long-exposure techniques to capture the bioluminescent glow of the dinoflagellates, with the vast starlight of the Milky Way shining above. In the distance, the lights of southern Chinese cities can also be seen. This serene and simple image beautifully showcases the ecology and geography of Matsu.

Additionally, to give more visitors the opportunity to see the blue tears up close, the Matsu National Scenic Area Administration has launched the “Nighttime Punt Tour to See Blue Tears at Beihai Tunnel in Nangan” activity. From May 19 to September 30, the tour departs every Tuesday to Thursday from Beihai Tunnel in Nangan. By taking a traditional Matsu fishing boat known as a “punt,” participants can experience a dreamlike scenery reminiscent of a movie.