Wuji Tianyuan Temple Introduction
Tamsui Tian Yuan Temple is located on the northwest side of the Datun Mountain Range, about 5 kilometers from Tamsui District and Tamsui MRT Station. Completed in 1985, the main hall is dedicated to the Supreme Old Ancestor, with the Jade Emperor as the primary deity. In 1992, the "Supreme Tian Yuan Altar" was added, rising 200 meters high with a five-story circular building that has a diameter of 108 meters, making it very grand and spectacular. Each hall is dedicated to various Buddhas of the Supreme Realm. During cherry blossom season, the magnificent altar beautifully complements the cherry blossoms, making it well worth a visit. Tamsui Tian Yuan Temple has divided areas: the back mountain and around the altar, with different varieties of cherry blossoms blooming at different times. The back mountain features three-color cherry blossoms in pink, white, and dark pink, which bloom earlier, while the main attraction around the altar is Yoshino cherry blossoms, which bloom about a month later than those on the back mountain, leading to a peak in visitors during cherry blossom viewing! At night, the altar is also illuminated, adding a unique charm to nighttime cherry blossom viewing. When photographing cherry blossoms at Tian Yuan Temple, capturing the overall scene with the blossoms and the altar is a must, and the back mountain's cherry blossom forest is the most suitable place for this. To achieve optimal lighting, the best time for photography is in the morning, when the cherry blossoms appear most beautiful under sunlight. During the flourishing spring season, the area becomes a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing, showcasing a stunning blend of Taiwan's native mountain cherry blossoms and Japan's Yoshino cherry blossoms, creating an enchanting sea of delicate pink cherry blossoms that attract many visitors eager to experience their beauty. (Source: New Taipei City Tourism Network)
