A vivid display of noctilucent clouds stretches across the twilight sky, glowing with silvery-blue hues. Below, the still waters of Vallentuna Lake in Sweden reflect the shimmering clouds, doubling the ethereal scene. The horizon is dark, with hints of orange from the setting sun, while wispy, high-altitude ice clouds appear illuminated against the deepening sky. Trees frame the edges of the lake, adding a sense of scale and calm to this atmospheric spectacle.
📸 The Veins of Heaven
📅 APOD – July 11, 2025
📷 Credit: P-M Hedén (Clear Skies, TWAN)
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