Sunset photos are universally cherished for their breathtaking beauty, but have you ever imagined what a sunset looks like from space? Alexander Gerst, an astronaut from the European Space Agency (ESA), recently shared remarkable images of this celestial event. Taken during his command of the International Space Station (ISS) in 2018, the photos capture a stunning view of Earth draped in clouds and bathed in a warm, reddish glow.
These extraordinary images resurfaced on social media recently, reigniting fascination and awe. A montage of Gerst’s sunset photos, described as “what sunset looks like from space,” has captivated viewers anew.
The post, which garnered over 60,000 views since its June 27 share, prompted enthusiastic reactions from users on social media platform X. Many expressed astonishment at the unique perspective offered by the photos, calling it a once-in-a-lifetime experience. One user commented, “Simply breathtaking! Witnessing a sunset from space offers a whole new perspective on the beauty of our universe.”
What sunset looks like from space 🌅
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Alexander Gerst, a geophysicist and astronaut born on May 3, 1976, in Künzelsau, Germany, joined the ESA Astronaut Corps in 2009 after a rigorous selection process. His space missions include serving as Commander during Expeditions 40/41 in 2014 and a subsequent mission in 2018, totaling 363 days aboard the ISS.
