Each day I look out my window and see the horizon filled with skyscrapers. The buildings reach up towards the sky, blocking the view of nature.
There have been times when I have looked at the horizon and seen a well-known skyline: the skyline of Toronto.
But I prefer a more natural horizon. When we were in Mauritius, I enjoyed the skyline with the palm trees silhouetted against the fading light.
I enjoyed watching the sun set below the sea, lighting both the skies and water.
I enjoyed the horizon from the beach during the daytime. The sight of the sand and sea had a peaceful and calming effect on me.
I enjoy, too, the horizons one sees of the mountains: the colours and shapes that are shown against the blue sky.
Looking into the far distance from a Swazi mountainside always brings me joy. I admire the shapes and the majesty of nature’s beauty.
Thankfully I get a chance to change the horizons that I see. I may see a horizon filled with man-made structures everyday; but I do prefer the one created by Nature.
Which horizons are your favourite to see?
(This post was inspired by the WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge prompt: Horizon)
© Colline Kook-Chun, 2013
I agree that I prefer Nature’s horizons. Nice selection of shots, Colline.
janet
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Thank you Janet. Nature’s views are certainly better for the soul.
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Building skylines hold no appeal for me, but at least yours are not right ‘in your face’.
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Unfortunately they seem to be so when you are walking in the midst of them.
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At least then one is only in transit!
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They are all lovely Horizon photos Colline!
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Thank you Janaline. You have shared many interesting ones on your blog. I enjoy looking at the photos of your travels.
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Great horizon photos Colline, so many to choose from. I like being able to see different ones too.
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It is always good to see different horizons Leanne. Part of what is so refreshing about a holiday, I think.
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So true.
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I think the Toronto skyline has a certain beauty all its own, and I enjoy it as a visitor, but don’t think I would be happy living in the city. Even Nature can spoil a view. To the East, our view is blocked by huge spruce trees, so we don’t see much of the sunrise, but we do have a good view to the West, and I have been lucky enough to catch some lovely sunsets with my camera.
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Never thought of Nature spoiling the view 🙂 I would prefer the horizon to be filled with spruce trees, though, rather than cement-grey buildings.
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I think you are right.
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Definitely nature. City horizons can be interesting but rarely as soothing.
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I agree. I have never seen a natural horizon that I have not enjoyed.
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I also feel more for “natural” horizons. Men made horizons are cold and hard!
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I agree – always grey with cement or the coldness of glass.
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Yes! Some people love the city horizon and buildings. I am not one of them. I love my outdoor feeling around me
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The more natural horizon is more calming to the soul.
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🙂
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I’m with you on this Colline 🙂 That Mauritian sunset is spectacular! The view from your balcony is not bad either 😉
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The Mauritian beach sunsets were one of the highlights of our holiday. I loved them 🙂
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Mauritius wins, hands down, from these, Colline. The sunsets get me every time 🙂
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I agree. Even a year later I enjoy looking at the pictures of them. 🙂
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Beautiful so beautiful photographs dear Colline, Thank you, love, nia
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Glad you enjoyed looking at them Nia.
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Such beauty in your photos, Colline, I want to visit those places.
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You would enjoy the natural beauty of them: both the beauty of a tropical island and the majesty of the mountain ranges that move over Swaziland and into South Africa.
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Beautiful images, Colline. Although nature has some fantastic horizons, there’s something to be said for the beauty of a city skyline, too.
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Especially when seen at a distance as in the second photo. When I took this picture we were crossing from Toronto island on a ferry.
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Lovely choices Colline – and love the variety!!
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Thank you Tina. I wanted to share some of my favourite horizons.
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Gorgeous, Colline! I can’t decide about the favourite one…between the Toronto Skyline and the Mauritian Horizon. 🙂
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It is a hard choice. For me I choose the one I see less of: the Mauritian one.
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Such a beautiful collection of horizon captures, Colline. Your photos from Mauritius are stunning.
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Thank you John. The Mauritian environment certainly lends itself to beautiful pictures.
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Natures horizon any day 🙂 The Mauritius shots are amazing!
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We are the same then 🙂
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I also wouldn’t like to see a horizon made up of skyscrapers, Colline. Love the pics from Mauritius. So beautiful and relaxing. 🙂
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It was relaxing being able to sit on the beach and soak in these horizons.
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a beautiful collection of horizons. my favourites are those found in the natural world, too. thanks for sharing.
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Thank you. Everyday when I walk in the city, I do miss space these natural horizons.
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