Wuji Tianyuangong Temple Introduction
Tamsui Tianyuan Temple is located on the northwest side of the Datun Mountain Range, approximately 5 kilometers from Tamsui District and Tamsui MRT Station. Completed in 1985, the main hall enshrines the Ultimate Ancestor, with the supreme deity being the Jade Emperor. In 1992, the "Ultimate Tianyuan True Altar" was added, standing at 200 meters high, with a five-story circular structure that boasts a diameter of 108 meters, making it magnificent and spectacular. Each hall worships various Buddhas of the Ultimate Realm, and during cherry blossom season, the grand altar beautifully contrasts with the blossoms, making it well worth a visit. Tamsui Tianyuan Temple is divided into the back mountain and the area around the altar, with different varieties of cherry blossoms that bloom at slightly different times. The back mountain features three-colored cherry blossoms in pink, white, and peach-red hues, which bloom earlier, while the main attraction around the altar is the Yoshino cherry blossoms, which bloom about a month later than those on the back mountain. During this time, the number of visitors enjoying cherry blossoms reaches its peak! At night, the altar is also illuminated, offering a unique charm for nighttime cherry blossom viewing. For photography, it's essential to capture the cherry blossoms against the backdrop of the altar, and the back mountain cherry blossom grove is the most suitable spot. To achieve optimal lighting, the best time for photography is in the morning when the cherry blossom colors are at their most beautiful under sunlight. Each spring, the blossoms vie for attention, making this a prime cherry blossom viewing destination. By planting native Taiwanese cherry blossoms alongside Japanese Yoshino cherry trees, the cherry blossoms here present an elegant pink floral scene, with vibrant cherry blossoms heralding the arrival of spring. Every year, from January to April, the cherry blossoms bloom, creating a magnificent display of Taiwanese mountain cherry and Japanese Yoshino cherry trees, attracting tourists eager to experience this beauty. (Source: New Taipei City Tourism Network)
