By the MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
 

In Taiwan’s photography community, there are three sacred spots renowned for capturing sunrise and sunset: “North Getou, Central Wucheng, and South Erliao.” Among them, “Central Wucheng” refers to Golden Dragon Mountain, nestled between Sun Moon Lake and Puli in Nantou. With its rolling hills and abundant moisture, the area is often shrouded in thick fog. Not only is the early morning light breathtaking, but the ethereal glow of city lights at night, veiled in mist, leaves every onlooker in awe—drawing numerous photography enthusiasts eager to capture the stunning scenery.

Golden Dragon Mountain is a small hill located beside County Highway 131. Though not particularly high in elevation, it offers an exceptional vantage point. From here, you can take in the entire Yuchi Basin, and on clear days, even catch views of the Hehuan Mountains and Sun Moon Lake—absolutely breathtaking. The most famous spectacle is the sunrise over the sea of clouds, known as the “Golden Dragon Dawn.” As the sun rises, its radiant beams shine upon the surging clouds, creating an astonishing scene. Additionally, during spring and summer nights, when looking down from the mountain, a thin mist often hovers above the city below. This mist tints the vibrant city lights with various candy-like hues, resulting in Golden Dragon Mountain’s dreamy, glass-like glow—an otherworldly spectacle distinct from the morning dawn.