Mount Tai Torture Trip Report – Seriously Not Recommended for July-August
by ExploreWithOlivia
Jul 31, 2025
Wow! The autumn scenery of Mount Tai this time is absolutely stunning!!! 🤩
👉 Here is a super detailed guide to viewing the sea of clouds and autumn colors
Professional photographer Aiguo teaches you how to avoid the crowds and take great shots
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🌄【Must-visit autumn photo spots】
This visual feast is incredible! 👀
[Top spot 1]
Red leaves and sea of clouds together 📍Riguang Peak
Red maples + rolling sea of clouds + golden sunrise = unbeatable composition
Recommended to stake out 1 hour before sunrise ✨
[Top spot 2]
Ancient pavilion autumn colors 📍Nantianmen
Red walls and golden tiles + red maples and yellow leaves
Full of ancient charm, perfect for Hanfu photos
[Top spot 3]
Secret cloud ladder 📍Shibapan
Stone steps and ancient paths + forests dyed in autumn colors
Aerial shots look amazing
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🏯【Hidden activities revealed】
Limited daily! Have you caught these?
▪️ 6 AM sea of clouds at Tianmen ☁️
▪️ Noon light beams piercing through pine forest 🌲
▪️ Evening silhouette of mountain porters 👨🦯
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📸【Professional shooting tips】
Equipment: Recommended to bring a 70-200mm telephoto lens
Outfit: White/red Hanfu looks best in photos
Time: Best lighting 2 hours after sunrise
Weather: 90% chance of sea of clouds within 3 days after rain+
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🚠【Nanny-level travel guide】
➊ Classic route:
Tianwai Village (bus) → Zhongtianmen (cable car) → Nantianmen
Saves time and effort and offers panoramic views
➋ Deep experience:
Hongmen → Zhongtianmen → Nantianmen
4-hour challenge with 6,446 steps!
Night climb lets you see the Milky Way too 🌌
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ℹ️ Practical information
🎫 Ticket: 115 RMB (includes Dai Temple)
🕒 Hours: 05:00-24:00 (April to October)
🚌 Transport: 20-minute taxi from Tai’an High-Speed Rail Station
👗 Outfit: Big temperature difference in October, remember to bring a jacket
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