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7 cinematic sunsets around the world

Sunset, that special moment when day gives way to night. The beginning of the day’s end, when the sun casts almost horizontal light, the sky takes on extraordinary colours and the stars prepare to take the stage. With the moon’s permission, of course.

This is one of the moments photography lovers wait for to capture a great shot, or the perfect opportunity to share a beer and swap travel stories. In our many travel around the world You'll find the sunset that best suits you.. Here we have selected seven beautiful ones.

Trekking to Kilimanjaro. Author D. Molla
Trekking to Kilimanjaro. Author D. Molla

On top of Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

Climbing to the roof of Africa offers an unbeatable chance to experience a magnificent sunset. Whether on the Marangu or Machame route, the views from 6,000 metres above the savannah of the Northern Tanzania are memorable, although sometimes clouds want to prevent it.

Halong Bay, Vietnam

We will sail through the maze of islands and cliffs in these bays, with kayaks available to explore the coast
We will sail through the maze of islands and cliffs in these bays, with kayaks available to explore the coast

Legend says a dragon helped the Vietnamese resist advancing Chinese invaders by throwing jade stones. This is how the Halong Bay, one of Asia’s wonders and the jewel in the crown of Vietnam. The sunsets here are legendary, with the sun playing hide-and-seek among the islands.

Sunset in the dunes of the Sahara, Djebel Uweinat

Sunset in Sudan’s Sahara, one of the planet’s most inhospitable places, is extraordinarily beautiful and promises an exceptional starry night. Lovers of open spaces and desert will enjoy our Djebel Uweinat trip, day and night.

Sunset over U Bein Bridge, Myanmar

Amarapura's famous U Bein Bridge carries thousands of Burmese people between Lake Taungthaman's shores. Built from teak, its pillars sink into calm waters. From here, you can certainly enjoy a cinematic sunset in Myanmar.

Sunset "incomplete" in Iceland

At high northern or southern latitudes, summer sunsets are special. So special that perhaps does not exist as such, since at the equinox the sun never quite disappears below the horizon. Never mind. Any sunset at Niceland It's worth it!

The Sunset in the Kingdom of the Amazon

Surrounded by jungle, listening to nature’s ceaseless sounds. In the trip back to the Amazon opportunities to enjoy beautiful sunsets come one after another.

Sunset on the beaches of Ifaty, Madagascar

When day ends and the heat eases, the Ifaty beaches fill with people. It is a good time for a beach walk, meeting friends and, on holidays, watching races between local fishing boats.

 

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