See the sea of clouds and crystal glow here – Taiwan’s top five million-dollar night views

By the MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

The sea of clouds and crystal glow, a million-dollar night view, is a private scenic beauty limited to autumn and winter. Through layers of mist, it shimmers with a dazzling array of colorful splendor, coupled with the sunset and the astonishing sight of light piercing through the clouds as if on fire. Every time you see it, it takes your breath away. Below are the top five recommended locations across Taiwan for crystal glow night views. If you want to admire the breathtaking crystal sea night scenery, consider adding these spots to your list.

1. Taipei – Datun Mountain
Datun Mountain has four observation decks, convenient transportation, and great views, making it a famous spot for enjoying the sunset and the night view of the Taipei Basin. From late autumn to early winter, in addition to the silvergrass flowers covering the mountains, the evening sea of clouds also makes this an ideal place for capturing sea of clouds and crystal glow scenes.
 
2. New Taipei – Guanyin Mountain Hard Guy Ridge, Teapot Mountain, and Wufen MountainDonghua Shengong
New Taipei has many mountainous areas often shrouded in clouds and mist, attracting hiking and photography enthusiasts. The sea of clouds and crystal glow that appear during seasonal transitions are spectacular.

3. Nantou – Hutou Mountain, Golden Dragon Mountain, Dashan, and Wujie Happy Tea Garden
Nantou is one of the popular spots for capturing crystal glow. Whether it’s Hutou Mountain, Dashan, or Golden Dragon Mountain, you can enjoy magnificent sea of cloud waterfalls and million-dollar night views. Afternoon thunderstorms are typical of Nantou’s summer climate, and sea of clouds often form shortly after heavy rain, quickly creating a crystal-like sea. Looking down from the mountains, the swirling clouds and crystal-clear scenery are truly unforgettable.

4. Chiayi – Dingshi Zhao, Taiping Cloud Ladder, and Xige
Chiayi is also a popular destination for photography enthusiasts seeking to capture crystal cloud seas, including spots like Dingshi Zhao and Xige. The recently popular Taiping Cloud Ladder is also a great place for photographing million-dollar night views. With high-altitude mountainous terrain and its proximity to Alishan National Scenic Area, Chiayi represents one of Taiwan’s most stunning fairy-tale landscapes.