Cairo Observatory Telescope Pier Sunrise in beside an observatory dome in Cairo

Cairo Observatory Telescope Pier Sunrise

by Becky Cox

Pale morning light diffuses through a soft overcast sky, casting even illumination across a solitary concrete telescope pier. The structure stands firmly in a high desert yard beside the curved white base of an observatory dome. Fine grains of sand scatter across the rough, gray concrete surface, caught in the motion of a brisk wind that whips dust into a hazy swirl. Cool season air settles over the scene, evident in the crisp, unblown clarity of the distant horizon. The pier’s vertical lines contrast with the gentle curve of the dome wall. A small metal bracket near the base holds a weathered plaque, its surface worn smooth by years of exposure. The wind stirs the loose gravel at the pier's feet, creating a subtle ripple in the sand.

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Camera Canon EOS 90D*AI-imagined, not shot. For real Canon EOS 90D photos, grab one online.
Lens 50mm f/1.8
Focal Length 50mm
Aperture f/1.8
Shutter Speed 1/1000
ISO 800
Film shot in RAW and edited
Location beside an observatory dome in Cairo
Date 2024-06-02
Credit VEETER
License Free for any use
Coordinates 30.0536, 31.2893
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