ST JOHN, US Virgin Islands — A breathtaking Caribbean sunset view from St. John in the US Virgin Islands, with the sun dipping below the horizon behind the silhouette of St. Thomas. The sky is ablaze with vibrant hues of orange, pink, and purple, reflecting off the calm waters of the Caribbean Sea.
Photograph by David Coleman. This captivating sunset scene, captured from the shores of St. John, showcases the natural beauty that makes the US Virgin Islands a premier Caribbean destination. As the sun descends behind St. Thomas, it paints the sky in a spectacular array of warm hues, ranging from deep oranges and fiery reds to soft pinks and purples. The silhouette of St. Thomas on the horizon serves as a dramatic backdrop, emphasizing the interconnectedness of these sister islands. St. John, the smallest of the three main US Virgin Islands, is renowned for its pristine natural beauty, with nearly two-thirds of the island protected as Virgin Islands National Park. This preservation effort ensures that such unspoiled views remain accessible to residents and visitors alike. The calm waters of the Caribbean Sea in the foreground likely reflect the vivid colors of the sky, creating a mirror-like effect that doubles the visual impact of the sunset. This daily spectacle is a cherished event on the island, often drawing people to beaches and viewpoints to witness nature's colorful display. The proximity of St. Thomas, visible in the distance, highlights the close relationship between the US Virgin Islands, both geographically and culturally.
Size: 3873px × 2593px
Location: Western coast of St. John, St John, US Virgin Islands, United States of America
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No
Keywords: afternoon, beach, beautiful, beauty, caribbean, clouds, coastal, colors, copyspace, destination, dusk, evening, getaway, golden, horizon, idyllic, island, islands, john, landscape, moments, national, natural, nature, ocean, park, photography, saint, scenery, scenic, sea, setting, silhouette, sky, st, st., states, sun, sunrise, sunset, sunsets, thomas, travel, tropical, united, usvi, views, virgin
