Sun & Horizon: Why Does it Look Different?

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The perceived distance of the sun during sunset varies based on the observer's surroundings. When viewed from a balcony, nearby reference points create a sense of distance, making the sun appear farther away. In contrast, at the beach, the lack of nearby objects leads to a different perspective, making the sun seem closer to the horizon. This phenomenon is primarily due to the influence of visual reference points on perception. Understanding this can enhance appreciation of sunset views in different locations.
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When I observe the sunset from my balcony, the sun appears far away near the horizon. But when I watch sunset at a beach the sun appears closer to me at the horizon. Why so?
 
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When I observe the sunset from my balcony, the sun appears far away near the horizon. But when I watch sunset at a beach the sun appears closer to me at the horizon. Why so?
It's a matter of reference points. From your balcony, you presumably have reference points nearby and in the intermediate distance and this gives you a different sense of perspective than what you get looking out over the ocean with no reference points.
 
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