Horizon of White Gold in Pure Air … Chiang Mai, Thailand – GoldenHour Photography

This sunset of white gold was one of the more unique goldenhour scenes I’ve witnessed during my year in northern Thailand. 

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From grand spectacles to blues and greys

At dusk on most days, this viewing platform on the rooftop of a local shopping mall attracts many spectators. Most often, we are treated to a grand goldenhour spectacle.  However, there are times when we see nothing but a grey and ever-darkening sky. Or a sky of fading blue. 

Soak in the sight, breathe in the (clean) air

This particular sunset was unique in that the light was virtually pure white. I wondered if the white light may have been caused by the clouds … or maybe by the lack of heavy cloud cover.

In fact, I did some (very basic) research, and found that a white sunset can result from cleaner air; that is, when the atmosphere has fewer particles in it.    Location – Chiang Mai, on Google Maps

This is my entry in @juliank’s GoldenHour Photography contest.