Everyone loves to watch sunsets, and if you watch this picturesque spectacle also in a beautiful place, then the pleasure will definitely be double. From the most crowded cities to the heart of the desert, this selection offers places where amazing sunsets appear in all their glory. It's time to plan a new trip, and perhaps you'll decide to visit one of these incredible places.
25. Serengeti, Tanzania
The Serengeti is actually an even more inhabited and beautiful plain than it was depicted in the famous cartoon “The Lion King”. And if you are lucky enough, you will even be able to see the silhouettes of majestic elephants or rhinoceroses against the background of the setting sun. The most enchanting views await you in the Lake Victoria area.
24. Amsterdam canals
Photo: Petro & Silvia
Amsterdam is famous for its romantic canals, through which there are over 400 bridges. There are many simply ideal locations to take a break and enjoy the enchanting sunset.
23. Hanalei Bay, Hawaii
Photo: Giles Douglas
Hanalei Bay is located on the island of Kauai (Kaua'i), and it is surrounded by a 3-kilometer strip of beach, above which mountain slopes rise. This place is very popular among lovers of swimming and paddle boarding. In addition, the geographical location of the local beach makes it an excellent place to relax on the eve of twilight, when the sun is already in a hurry to leave the sky.
22. Grundarfjordur, Iceland
Photo: Banja-Frans Mulder
This small Icelandic town is located between a mountain range and a lava field, which makes its location simply ideal for gorgeous views of the sun setting over the horizon.
21. Santa Monica Pier, Los Angeles, USA
Photo: Sergei Gussev
Do you want to imagine something indescribably beautiful? Imagine sitting on the beach and watching people play mini golf as the sun reflects on the sea. This is exactly what a typical Californian sunset looks like, and to believe its beauty, you need to see such a spectacle with your own eyes.
20. Taj Mahal, India
Photo: Gwen
Surely you associate the Taj Mahal with a white palace, a huge blue sky and a whole crowd of tourists. Of course, everyone should see this place, and if you get there at sunset, be sure to take your camera with you.
19. Barcelona, Spain
Photo: Luis Marina
One of the most beautiful sunsets in Europe can be seen in Barcelona. It is here that the sun sets behind the hill of the El Carmel district, highlighting the multi-colored roofs and the endless ocean...
18. Lake Annecy, French Alps
Photo: Guilhem Vellut
This place is a popular tourist destination located high in the mountains. It was not for nothing that Lake Annecy was recognized as the cleanest lake in all of Europe, and it is very easy to believe in this, because it is enough just to see the sunset reflected in the water surface, as in a giant mirror. You should definitely write this place down on your travel list!
17. Uluru or Ayers Rock, Australian Outback (Uluru, Ayers Rock, Outback)
Photo: Romain pontida
Uluru is the largest monolith (solid) in the whole world. This hill is so large that when the clouds move across the sky during sunset, they reflect the orange and red rocks. Here you can live either in a campsite closer to nature or in hotels with air-conditioned rooms.
16. Florida Keys, USA
Photo: Carolyn Sugg
The hot Florida Keys archipelago is an incredibly picturesque place, popular among tourists from all over the world. Every evening on one of its islands, Key West, a whole festival is held in honor of the sunset. Travelers and locals gather together to admire the performances of fakirs, acrobats and many other craftsmen against the backdrop of a fiery disk sinking in the water.
15. Sahara Desert
Photo: Christopher L
The Sahara is the world's largest desert (without snow), so there's plenty of room to sit and enjoy the sunset, with no mountains or buildings in the way of the majestic spectacle. The sunset twilight is especially enchanting where the eternal sands meet the ocean.
14. Highland, Scotland (The Scottish Highlands)
Photo: llunatica81
The local climate is harsh, with cold winds and frequent rain, but the Scottish sunsets are worth all the inconvenience. This will be hard for you to forget!
13. Puglia, Italy
Photo: Daniele Testa
Once again we return to the Mediterranean, although this time we are talking about the famous Italian “boot”, where you can find the pristine beaches, rocky cliffs and charming villages of Puglia. Local sunsets are simply an unforgettable sight.
12. Bora Bora, Tahiti
Photo: Paolo Gamba
Few haven't heard of the paradise beaches of Bora Bora, where you can capture some of the most beautiful views in the world. Spending a vacation in Bora Bora is a real dream, and the sunsets on this island seem absolutely incredible! You can stay right by the water so you don’t miss anything.
11. Great Pyramids, Egypt
Photo: Public Domain
Golden sands stretching far beyond the endless horizons, camel caravans and the great Egyptian pyramids - all of this is transformed in a special way when sunset comes. If you want to sleep like a real pharaoh, spend at least a few nights in Cairo. Here you will find interesting architecture, museums and, of course, mysterious tombs.
10. Pfeiffer Beach, California, USA
Photo: Anita Ritenour
If you time your visit to California's Pfeiffer Beach right, you might be lucky enough to see the disc of the setting sun shining directly through a huge arch in the rock standing in the middle of the water near the coast.
9. Matterhorn, Switzerland
Photo: Jean Claude Dresch
No, this is not a Disney coaster, this is a real place! The Matterhorn lies on the border between Switzerland and Italy and is one of the highest in the entire Alps. When the sun sets here, travelers are amazed by a spectacle of simply incredible beauty!
8. Tanah Lot Temple, Bali
Photo: Koyne
This Hindu temple stands directly in the sea off the coast of Bali, and can only be reached through a narrow isthmus that is exposed at low tide. Tanah Lot is simply an incredible place, and when the sun sets behind it, it seems completely unearthly.
7. Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro
Photo: Michael Ji
This is one of the most famous beaches in the world. As you may have guessed, the prestigious area of Ipanema is famous not only for its pretentious elegance and leisurely pace of life, but also for its stunning sunsets against the backdrop of the mountains.
6. Maldives
Photo: Omar Bariffi
This isolated group of atolls in the middle of the Indian Ocean is a world-famous archipelago with some of the most beautiful beaches on the entire planet. The local landscapes can delight anyone, and at sunset you can even lose your head here!
5. Santorini, Greece
Photo: Pedro Szekely
The Greek island of Santorini is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, and if you're heading to Europe, you simply must admire the sunset views from this island. Just imagine the rocky slopes strewn with tiny white houses, and the expanses of the ocean, flooded with the fiery rays of the setting sun...
4. Mount Bromo, Indonesia
Photo: Jean-Marie Hullot
A huge volcanic crater on the Indonesian island of Java looks especially majestic and mysterious in the rays of sunset. Fans of such unusual landscapes can stay right at the foot of Bromo, where a well-deserved rest awaits you at a local hotel after a tiring journey along paths strewn with volcanic emissions.
3. Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Photo: My Discovery
It doesn’t matter what time of day you arrive at the Angkor Wat temple complex, because in any case you will certainly be amazed by its architecture. But if you manage to stay here until the evening, your wait will be rewarded with a truly unforgettable sunset!
2. Grand Canyon, Arizona, USA
Photo: Bernard Spragg
Panoramas of one of the most majestic and picturesque places in all of America in the rays of the setting sun are a very impressive sight that you will definitely remember for the rest of your life. They say that the best way to admire the sunset here is from the observation platforms in the southern part of the canyon.
1. Stonehenge, England
Photo: Pete Stanton
For thousands of years, people have watched sunsets and sunrises through these giant stone blocks... If you have a bucket list, then visiting Stonehenge should definitely be on it! In addition, if you stay somewhere closer, you will even be able to catch the most picturesque views without crowds of other tourists.
Cape Promthep is the southernmost point of the Thai island of Phuket. At the top of the hill there is an observation deck of the same name, which offers views of Nai Harn beach and the islands scattered in the sea. Every evening hundreds of Phuket residents come here for the incredible beauty of the setting sun. The red disk sinks into the smooth surface of the sea, which is occasionally disturbed by passing yachts and boats; the clouds acquire a magical peach hue.
Promthep is a very beautiful and romantic place: some take pictures against the backdrop of the sunset, others sit in an embrace, others simply enjoy the beautiful view. Entrance to the observation deck is free.
Observation deck at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Since its construction, the Marina Bay Hotel has immediately become a landmark of Singapore thanks to its extraordinary architecture and rooftop swimming pool. In addition to all this, from the hotel’s observation deck you can see a stunningly beautiful sunset: the rays of the hot sun go out, illuminating the urban landscape of the Asian metropolis, the lights slowly turn on, the silhouettes of skyscrapers are drowned in a bright red haze.
You can watch the sunset from the pool as a hotel guest, or from the observation deck, which any tourist can climb for 20 Singapore dollars.
"The Emperor's Throne", Fr. Corfu
Not far from the town of Corfu there is the village of Pelekas, next to which from the top of one of the hills there is a unique view of the sea, mountains and the island itself. In addition, in the evenings, tourists come here to watch the incredible beauty of the sunset and how the last rays of the setting sun sink into the Mediterranean Sea.
The observation deck was called the “Emperor’s Throne” because at the beginning of the 20th century, the German Kaiser Wilhelm spent the summer months on the island of Corfu, and came to the site in the evenings to admire the sunsets, where the throne was installed for his convenience.
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Angkor is the ancient capital of Cambodia. The city-temple, which spreads over an area of 20 square meters. km and in which about a million people lived during the heyday of Khmer culture, now attracts tourists from all over the world. In addition to visiting the temple complexes, ruins and pagodas, people come here to experience one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world. As early as 4 a.m., hundreds of people flock to the walls of Angkor to watch the sun rise. For about $11, you can take a hot air balloon up to a height of 200 meters to get an even better view of the horizon and temples against the pink sky.
Volcano Teide, o. Tenerife
While vacationing in Spain on the island of Tenerife, you should not miss the opportunity to see one of the most exciting and inspiring sunrises. The Teide volcano has an altitude of more than 3,700 meters above sea level, where the purity of the air and the transparency of the atmosphere allow you to witness the truly stunning birth of a new day. Watching the first rays of the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean is an unforgettable sight.
At travel agencies in Tenerife you can buy a tour that will include climbing to the top of the volcano and spending the night on it, watching the sunrise and walking through the national park. Spending the night on the volcano, you can see the magnificent starry sky, because it’s not for nothing that an astronomical observatory is located here. Night and dawn in Tenerife will definitely remain in the memory for a long time.
You can watch sunrises and sunsets in Tenerife not only from the top of the volcano, but also vice versa: the views of Teide are no less spectacular.
Empire State Building, New York
You can see the difference between daytime and nighttime New York if you come to the observation deck or take a seat in one of the restaurants of the majestic Empire State Building an hour before sunset. In clear weather, there is a gorgeous view of the city, suburbs, and bay from here. Even if the solar disk itself is not visible from behind the skyscrapers, the color of the sky and the bizarre shapes of the clouds, illuminated by the setting sun and painted in any color - from pink to blood red - will amaze your imagination.
The reflections of the sunset sky in the glass windows of buildings create a special magic. New Yorkers, always in a hurry, don't always notice how beautiful the sunset in their city can be.
Boracay Island, Philippines
The Philippines is considered to have the most beautiful sunsets on the planet. This is achieved due to special conditions in the atmosphere: huge air masses that gather over the water surface and create bizarre optical effects, patterns, sometimes even rainbows.
The beauty and uniqueness of Philippine sunsets is difficult to convey through photography or video. Residents of the islands, including the most popular island of Boracay among tourists, enjoy this fabulous spectacle every evening. For many, this is even part of a ritual - watching sunsets every day on the beach in a hammock or lounger with a glass of tropical cocktail.
Karelia
Karelia is an amazing place to see sunrises and sunsets: here the rather harsh, northern nature is combined with silence, tranquility and serenity. There are thousands of places to meet the new day: Zaonezhye, Ladoga region, the suburbs of Petrozavodsk, the shores of lakes - the main thing is to choose one to your liking.
You can also rent a cottage or house for a week or the whole summer. Then you will have the opportunity every day to enjoy a quiet, unhurried dawn, sitting on stones among the grass covered with dew, or a mysterious sunset, accompanied by birdsong. Photographers will have the opportunity to take beautiful photos, and artists will convey all the beauty of the moment with the help of a brush.
Grand Canyon, USA
You can watch the sunrise in one of the famous natural attractions of the world and the USA - the Grand Canyon - by purchasing an excursion at one of the local travel agencies. About an hour before sunrise, tourists are picked up from their hotels and taken to one of the many observation platforms, where the fun begins: majestic faults, ledges, and crevices gradually begin to emerge from the dawn haze, creating the feeling of being on another planet.
At dawn, the unusualness and grandeur of the Canyon makes you think about the place and role of man in the natural world. At this time, as a rule, there are few people - photographers who came to catch a good shot, artists working alone, and tourists who decided to celebrate a new day here. The main tourist groups arrive no earlier than 10 am: you can only get here by excursion buses, private transport is prohibited here.
Sapphire Observation Deck, Istanbul
Sapphire is the tallest building in Istanbul and throughout Turkey. The height of the skyscraper is 261 meters, and on the roof of the building there is an observation deck with views of Istanbul, the Princes' Islands, and the Bosphorus Strait. In addition, at this observation deck it is good to watch the sunset, which is truly beautiful here: the setting sun illuminates the spiers of minarets and domes of mosques, the lights of the city come on below, and screaming seagulls fly by.
You can visit Sapphire from 10 am to 10 pm, and while waiting for sunset, drink a cup of coffee in a coffee shop located on the observation deck and admire the views of the city. In addition to the Sapphire, you can watch the sunset from one of the ferries plying the Bosphorus.
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Every person, no matter what pragmatic mask he puts on himself, always hides at least some part of a romantic. We are all prone to sentimental moments, we can all feel more than necessary - in a word, anyone can find a reason for romantic behavior.
But what most often provokes us to exclusively romantic emotions?
Of course, many people may put other people first, but sometimes the reason is completely different. Often the key source of such emotions is precisely nature, because few things can give such unforgettable sensations as various natural phenomena, which often manifest themselves in all their glory.
And the most beautiful of them include sunsets and sunrises. It's amazing how beautiful they can be. But they can be even more beautiful if you know where it is best to observe them. After all, even though there is one Sun for everyone, the overall picture can vary depending on where the observer is located.
Therefore, let's look at 10 places where you can watch the most beautiful sunsets and sunrises, and who knows, maybe you will want to go to one of them just to see the majestic picture with your own eyes.
10. Promthep Cape, Phuket Island
At the extreme southern point of this Thai island there is a special observation deck, which for many acts as the main local attraction.
Not only is there a beautiful view of the islands scattered across the sea and the beach, but also the sun in the evenings, in the form of a kind of red disk, beautifully sinks into the sea. The clouds turn peachy. The spectacle is very beautiful and worthy of close attention if you visit Phuket.
9. Observation deck at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
The Marina Bay Hotel is one of the most popular in all of Singapore. There are many reasons for this. Some people choose it because of its unusual architecture, others like, for example, the swimming pool that is located on the roof and other interesting solutions.
But what many admire most is the stunning sunset seen from its observation deck, set against the backdrop of the cityscape. The interesting thing is that you don’t have to be a hotel client to see it, you just need to pay some money.
8. “The Emperor’s Throne”, Pelekas, Corfu Island
Not far from Corfu there is a small village called Pelekas. Not that it has any other special characteristics, but the views from the local hills are impressive. The nearby island looks simply beautiful, the sea, the mountains - everything is pleasant to admire. But the best thing here is still the sunset, which is best viewed from the platform called the Emperor's Throne, named after the German Kaiser Wilhelm.
7. Angkor, Cambodia
Angkor is the ancient capital of Cambodia. What adds to its unusualness is the fact that, in essence, this is a real temple city. Previously, about a million people lived on its twenty square kilometers. And tourists come here not only for the ancient architecture, but also to enjoy one of the most beautiful sunrises in the whole world. For a small price you can even view it from a special hot air balloon, from where the view is especially beautiful.
6. Teide Volcano, Tenerife, Spain
This volcano has a height of more than 3,700 meters relative to sea level. This allows you to reach a level where the air is especially clean and transparent, and therefore the dawn rising over the Atlantic Ocean looks completely special and unforgettable. Enterprising local travel agencies even sell specialized tours that are essentially focused on climbing to the top and seeing the sunrise. If that's not enough, you can watch the night sky at the local observatory.
5. Empire State Building, New York
You don't have to go to quite exotic places to enjoy an excellent sunset view. Sometimes this can be done right in the center of a metropolis. It is enough to go up to the observation deck of the mentioned building about an hour before sunset. Due to the abundance of skyscrapers, the sun is not visible very well. But the sky, the clouds, so unusually painted in various fantastic colors, reflected in numerous windows, are a magical sight.
4. Boracay Island, Philippines
For many, the sunsets in the Philippines are the most beautiful in the world. And the point here is not only a subjective assessment, the point is also that the atmospheric conditions here are unlike any other. The air masses that gather here above the water surface create extraordinary optical effects that definitely need to be seen in person. And sunsets here are a completely unique and extraordinary phenomenon that you just want to admire.
3. Karelia, Russia
There are also places in the Russian Federation that are truly worthy of attention if you want to enjoy excellent sunrises and sunsets. The local unique nature makes it possible to meet the sunrise or sunset in many different ways - either the sun will sink in the local lakes, or rise from behind the dew-covered grass. A real paradise for a photographer hunting for a good shot, or simply for any connoisseur of beautiful views.
2. Grand Canyon, USA
The most famous natural landmark of the United States is interesting in principle. But the local meeting of the dawn is especially interesting here. There is even a separate separate excursion for this. Within its framework, tourists are taken approximately an hour before sunrise to one of the observation platforms, after which the sun gradually begins to rise through numerous breaks and ledges of the gorge, creating a completely extraordinary, unique picture.
1. Sapphire Observation Point, Istanbul
But perhaps the best way to watch the sunrise or sunset is from the observation deck of the tallest building in Istanbul. From a 261-meter height, the sun, which illuminates the local mosques and minarets as it goes beyond the horizon, looks especially beautiful. And if that’s not your thing, then you can also enjoy the beautiful view from one of the local ferries that regularly ply along the Bosphorus - also an excellent option for lovers of beauty.
At the top of the hill there is an observation deck of the same name, which offers views of Nai Harn beach and the islands scattered in the sea. Every evening hundreds of Phuket residents come here for the incredible beauty of the setting sun. The red disk sinks into the smooth surface of the sea, which is occasionally disturbed by passing yachts and boats; the clouds acquire a magical peach hue. Promthep is a very beautiful and romantic place: some take pictures against the backdrop of the sunset, others sit in an embrace, others simply enjoy the beautiful view. Entrance to the observation deck is free.
Observation deck at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
From the moment of its construction, the Marina Bay Hotel immediately became a visiting card thanks to its extraordinary architecture and pool located on the roof. In addition to all this, from the hotel’s observation deck you can see a stunningly beautiful sunset: the rays of the hot sun go out, illuminating the urban landscape of the Asian metropolis, the lights slowly turn on, the silhouettes of skyscrapers are drowned in a bright red haze. You can watch the sunset from the pool as a hotel guest, or from the observation deck, which any tourist can climb for 20 Singapore dollars.
"The Emperor's Throne", Fr. Corfu
Not far from the town of Corfu there is the village of Pelekas, next to which from the top of one of the hills there is a unique view of the sea, mountains and the island itself. In addition, in the evenings, tourists come here to watch the incredible beauty of the sunset and how the last rays of the setting sun sink into the Mediterranean Sea. The observation deck was named because at the beginning of the 20th century, the German Kaiser Wilhelm spent the summer months on the island of Corfu, and came to the site in the evenings to admire the sunsets, where a throne was installed for his convenience.
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Angkor is the ancient capital of Cambodia. The city-temple, which spreads over an area of 20 square meters. km and in which about a million people lived during the heyday of Khmer culture, now attracts tourists from all over the world. In addition to visiting the temple complexes, ruins and pagodas, people come here to experience one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world. As early as 4 a.m., hundreds of people flock to the walls of Angkor to watch the sun rise. For about $11, you can take a hot air balloon up to a height of 200 meters to get an even better view of the horizon and temples against the pink sky.
Volcano Teide, o. Tenerife
While vacationing in Spain, you should not miss the opportunity to see one of the most exciting and inspiring sunrises. The Teide volcano has an altitude of more than 3,700 meters above sea level, where the purity of the air and the transparency of the atmosphere allow you to witness the truly stunning birth of a new day. Watching the first rays of the sun rise over the Atlantic Ocean is an unforgettable sight.
At travel agencies in Tenerife you can buy a tour that will include climbing to the top of the volcano and spending the night on it, watching the sunrise and walking through the national park. Spending the night on the volcano, you can see the magnificent starry sky, because it’s not for nothing that an astronomical observatory is located here. Night and dawn in Tenerife will definitely remain in the memory for a long time.
You can watch sunrises and sunsets in Tenerife not only from the top of the volcano, but also vice versa: they are no less spectacular.
Empire State Building, New York
You can see the difference between daytime and nighttime if you come to the observation deck or take a seat in one of the majestic restaurants an hour before sunset. In clear weather, there is a gorgeous view of the city, suburbs, and bay from here. Even if the solar disk itself is not visible from behind the skyscrapers, the color of the sky and the bizarre shapes of the clouds, illuminated by the setting sun and painted in any color - from pink to blood red - will amaze your imagination. The reflections of the sunset sky in the glass windows of buildings create a special magic. New Yorkers, always in a hurry, don't always notice how beautiful the sunset in their city can be.
O. Boracay, Philippines
The Philippines is considered to have the most beautiful sunsets on the planet. This is achieved due to special conditions in the atmosphere: huge air masses that gather over the water surface and create bizarre optical effects, patterns, sometimes even rainbows. The beauty and uniqueness of Philippine sunsets is difficult to convey through photography or video. Residents of the islands, including the most popular island of Boracay among tourists, enjoy this fabulous spectacle every evening. For many, this is even part of a ritual - watching sunsets every day on the beach in a hammock or sun lounger with a glass of tropical cocktail.
Karelia
An amazing place to see sunrises and sunsets: here the rather harsh, northern nature is combined with silence, tranquility and serenity. There are thousands of places to meet the new day: Zaonezhye, Ladoga region, the suburbs of Petrozavodsk, the shores of lakes - the main thing is to choose one to your liking. You can also rent a cottage or house for a week or the whole summer. Then you will have the opportunity every day to enjoy a quiet, unhurried dawn, sitting on stones among the grass covered with dew, or a mysterious sunset, accompanied by birdsong. Photographers will have the opportunity to take beautiful photos, and artists will convey all the beauty of the moment with the help of a brush.
Grand Canyon, USA
You can watch the sunrise at one of the world's famous natural attractions - the Grand Canyon - by purchasing an excursion at one of the local travel agencies. About an hour before sunrise, tourists are picked up from their hotels and taken to one of the many observation platforms, where the fun begins: majestic faults, ledges, and crevices gradually begin to emerge from the dawn haze, creating the feeling of being on another planet. At the hour of dawn, the unusualness and grandeur makes one think about the place and role of man in the natural world. At this time, as a rule, there are few people - photographers who came to catch a good shot, artists working alone, and tourists who decided to celebrate a new day here. The main tourist groups arrive no earlier than 10 am: you can only get here by excursion buses, private transport is prohibited here.
Sapphire Observation Deck, Istanbul
"Sapphire" is the tallest building in Istanbul and. The height of the skyscraper is 261 meters, and on the roof of the building there is an observation deck with views of Istanbul, the Princes' Islands, and the Bosphorus Strait. In addition, at this observation deck it is good to watch the sunset, which is truly beautiful here: the setting sun illuminates the spiers of minarets and domes of mosques, the lights of the city come on below, and screaming seagulls fly by. You can visit Sapphire from 10 am to 10 pm, and while waiting for sunset, drink a cup of coffee in a coffee shop located on the observation deck and admire the views of the city. In addition to the Sapphire, you can watch the sunset from one of the ferries plying the Bosphorus.
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