Mount Tai, a popular attraction in Tai'an, Shandong province, offers splendid views of nature. The mountain, one of the most popular attractions in Tai'an, was recognized as a world natural and cultural heritage site in 1987. Many tourists travel to Mount Tai to view its famous scenes of sunrise and sunset every year.

A view of Mount Tai at daybreak on Oct 25. The sunrise on Mount Tai is a must-see when visiting Tai'an, Shandong province. [Photo by Liu Zuocang/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Rays of morning light at Mount Tai on Oct 25 [Photo by Liu Zuocang/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Mount Tai boasts spectacular views of sunrise in autumn. [Photo by Liu Zuocang/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Clouds hang above Mount Tai, Shandong province at dawn on Oct 29. [Photo by Liu Zuocang/provided to chinadaily.com.cn]