Everyone at one time or another has marvelled at the beautiful shades of a sunrise or sunset. Sunsets have always captivated me and put my soul at ease. I could happily gaze at a sunset and be content; the colors, beauty and sheer magnificence that this daily phenomenon brings really speak to me. Whenever I can, I always try to get some sunset photos when travelling - I am always amazed at the variety of different colors and contrasts around the world.
The sky above may be somebody else’s world but together we share the same experience of the daily rituals of the sky. The phases of sunrise and sunset, where the sun gets replaced by the moon the constant to remind us of the sacredness of life. I’ve learned that life isn’t so trivial, it’s quite gorgeous and simplistic. We are bombarded constantly with what to think and feel instead of trusting what really is.
1. NIGHTFALL
“Sunsets, like childhood, are viewed with wonder not just because they are beautiful but because they are fleeting.”
Nature performs great miracles for us every day, giving us pleasuring views, each vibrant and beautiful in its own ways. As I found myself sorting through thousands of photographs for the blog, I was struck by the amount of time I have been able to witness many spectacular sunsets. It felt like the vibrant hues of an evening sky at Marine Drive, Mumbai was paying tribute to the accomplishments of the day. It is how we ought to remember our day and life before darkness engulfs it. And what makes each sunset even more memorable is the fact that they are each accompanied by a special moment, ingraining each day, moment and location upon our memory forever.
By witnessing the beauty and awe of the sunset, you can slow down your perception of time. The magic of dusk and dawn sell to the audience. The magic of the colours of the sky during these times is just not to be overlooked because they are never the same. The sun setting against the backdrop of the sea makes the sky come alive in a burst of colours. The shades of sunset explode like fireworks and stretch for miles across the sky.
As the setting sun turned the arid landscape red and gold, we checked into one of the coolest hotels I’ve ever stayed in. Every sunset comes with a new story every day. The myriad hues of the sky and the sea make sunrise and sunset here a unique and beautiful experience that attracts travellers from all over the world. You may notice a sense of peace after a few minutes of watching a beautiful sunset. It turns out that connection with nature helps us improve our wellbeing particularly if we are attuned to the beauty of nature.
Not one sunset is the same as the previous one. Every single sunrise is different from the previous one. They are all special. Every single one of them. Sunsets are way more popular than sunrises. It’s easier to make it to sunset. To meet with someone. To make a photoshoot during sunset. Or to just sit on a bench and watch the sunset. Because it’s a more convenient time of the day, you can sit back and relax.
As I viewed the fading sunset, followed by the afterglow, I realized that it is in our daily living, through the lives that we touch, that we are creating the afterglow that we will leave behind us. As long as there is one life on this earth in whom we can make a positive difference, our afterglow will remain. It was at that moment that the full impact of the day's events became explicit to me.
2. SKY PORTRAIT
“Countless sunsets are seen, yet its beauty is untouched”
There's something about a beautiful sunset that makes the travel experience complete, the perfect end to the perfect day in paradise. To watch the sun going deep into horizons does not just soothe the mind and soul, but is considered as a stress-buster. The sunset is a combination of orange brushstrokes, creating a feeling of warmth, intimacy; the feeling you get with a close friend, enjoying a nice cup of tea. The view gifts you healing and embrace of happiness. Taking out a journey to Hatta dam was exciting as ever.
Hatta Dam was constructed in the 1990s to provide electricity and water for the region. Hatta Dam offers a peaceful pause from the bustling city of Dubai. The Dam is a clear contrast to the desert sands that cross the road to Hatta, surrounded by rocky bare hills with shrubby vegetation surrounding the beautiful turquoise water i.e., the artificial lake below.
It is one of the best spots in Dubai to spend quality time with family and friends and to engage in a wide range of activities such as mountain trekking, you can hire a variety of boats as you like and be in the lake touring by canoe, pedal boat, bicycle boat, electric Donut boat and larger boats as well. Hatta is nestled in the foothills of the Hajar Mountains, and the magnificent mountain scenery is a big part of Hatta's charm.
Hatta was also called a "heritage village," and it is authentically Arab as such. Through Oman, a completely separate nation, the path to Hatta passes. However, there are no border stations on the highway, and tourists going directly to Hatta will have no problems with visas or customs during their short stay in Oman. Hatta Dam in Dubai is for nature lovers. Today, the infrastructure is renovated to attract more tourists from different emirates. It's a good pick for a weekend escape and close enough for a mini-day. Dams are an integral part and parcel of modern society. In winter, Hatta is the go-to place for hiking, biking, kayaking and adventure, while in summer it is worth a visit for its cooler climate.
Gandhi once said," when I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the creator". It is a common struggle in today's world- one that may be helped by watching sunsets. Sunsets are a great time to allow new ideas to come to you. There are many occasions that while walking and staring at the sunsets, something new will break through the back of your mind, totally unbidden that provides solutions for all your problems. There is always an obsession with sunsets. observing the colours, shades and patterns of sky and clouds and how every day it is different. Every sunset is truly vibrantly dark.
Sunsets are one of the most romantic times of the day. There's a reason sunset are timeless and constant standbys of poets, writers and romantics; they're inspiring. Who doesn't love a sunset?
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