Secret spots only experts know about
Want to know the locations of the viral East Longitudinal Valley photos on Instagram? We will share with you the secret photo spots that only experts would know about so that you can make great memories during your trip to the East Longitudinal Valley!
In this article, we have included three station/sentinel(s) with beautiful scenery in the mountains. They are recommended to railway photography fans and those who enjoy the tranquility of small mountain towns!
Zhongxin Sentinel
Located in the Maybalay Tribe of Luye, Zhongxing Sentinel offers an excellent view overlooking the passing trains. Railway fans visit this place to film their favorite trains.
The renovated Zhongxing Sentinel has a scenic seating area suitable for filming trains. There is a small shop on the first floor and an open-air bar on the second floor which has also become a rest stop for cyclists.
To take pictures of the trains, check the train timetable in advance and position yourself about 5 minutes after departure, so as not to miss any good shots.
Dongli Railway Station
Known as "the most beautiful station on the Mountain Line," as soon as you step on the platform, you can see the endless green rice fields. The small Dongli Station is sitting in the middle of the fields.
When the sun rises and shines on the rice fields, you can't help but immerse yourself in this scenery. As the seasons change, the rice fields turn from green to yellow. The golden rice waves swaying in the wind is yet another stunning sight.
Season:View the green rice fields in spring and summer, and the sea of flowers in the spring plowing period. Find golden rice waves from late May to June; and from late October to December.
Shanli Railway Station
This is a small station hidden deep in Beinan Mountain. You can take a local train from Luye or drive there.
Shanli Station is surrounded by mountains and offers charming railway scenery. Occasionally, you will find cats wandering around. On a clear day, standing on the viewing platform next to the station, you can see the Amis Holy Mountain—Dulan Mountain, Liji Badland, and Beinan River across the station. By checking the train timetable in advance, you can spot a train whizzing past. Those who enjoy exploring secluded spots would like this little pretty station.