Watching the sun set seems like a rare treat with all the day-to-day
nonsense, but it’s possible to make it a real luxury by seeing the sun
melt into the horizon from a spectacular location. Whether from a
mountaintop, next to the ocean, on a glacier or at the top of a
skyscraper, looking to the west has never been so inspiring than from
these 10 incredible vantage points.
Taj Mahal, India
Dulcet tones of yellow, orange and pink enhance the warm glow of the Taj
Mahal at sunset. With such a saturated palette against the white marble
and delicate carvings, this striking sunset is a paragon of romance,
and one that will whisk away any negative thoughts, along with the sun,
into the night.
Empire State Building, New York
This one’s a must for rom-com lovers everywhere. Cemented by Sleepless in Seattle
as a place of true love, the Empire State Building evokes a feeling
that everything will be alright, especially when watching the sun go
down over one of the most vibrant cities on Earth. And who knows, maybe
certain someone will be waiting up on the viewing deck!
Stonehenge, England
Stonehenge may have mysterious origins, but there’s no doubting that
there’s definitely a celestial element to it. On clear days, the sunset
is always spectacular, but it certainly deserves extra attention on the
solstices and equinoxes when modern-day Druids, Pagans and visitors pack
in to witness what the ancients saw thousands of years ago.
Tahiti
Sunset doesn’t get any more picturesque than on the South Pacific
island of Tahiti. The last bits of daylight filter through the palm
fronds, before pulling back and throwing vibrant warm hues across the
sky. In no time, the palm trees, hills and the occasional boat are
nothing but silhouettes, turning the show into distinct parts that equal
the sum of a spectacular sunset.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
One of Asia’s most beautiful ancient sites, Angkor Wat is enchanting
all day long, but at sunset, it’s like the whole reason for this being
built suddenly becomes clear. There are more than 30 vantage points to
see the sunset, from hilltops to a gondola ride. From nearly every
available point, visitors can see the sky turn from searing yellows and
oranges to much more mellow purples, which is pierced only by the ridged
tops of the temples and the “oohs” of others standing near.
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