Stunning photos captured by astronaut Alexander Gerst show the breathtaking beauty of a sunset from the International Space Station.
Stunning photos captured by astronaut Alexander Gerst show the breathtaking beauty of a sunset from the International Space Station.
Sunsets have always captivated us with their stunning beauty, no matter where they are viewed from on Earth. But imagine witnessing a sunset from space. European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut Alexander Gerst shared a rare and mesmerizing view of a sunset captured from the International Space Station (ISS). Although these photos were taken a few years ago, a recent social media post has reignited interest and awe.
A recent X post featuring a video montage of Gerst's sunset photos has gone viral, garnering over 60,000 views. The caption reads, “This is what sunset looks like from space,” and the post has captivated social media users with its extraordinary visuals.
The stunning images were taken by Gerst in 2018 during his tenure as Commander of the ISS. The photos depict a warm red glow enveloping a portion of Earth shrouded in clouds and darkness. The iconic pinkish-orange hue of the sunset lights up the clouds in Earth's atmosphere, with the night sky gradually encroaching behind them.
The breathtaking images have left viewers in awe. Social media users have expressed their wonder and amazement at the beauty captured in the photos. One user commented, “Simply breathtaking! Witnessing a sunset from space offers a whole new perspective on the beauty of our universe.” Another remarked, “WOW! That’s a sunset!”
Alexander Gerst, born on May 3, 1976, in Künzelsau, Germany, is not only an astronaut but also a geophysicist. He joined the ESA Astronaut Corps in 2009, chosen from a pool of 8,413 applicants. His first space mission was in September 2014, as part of Expeditions 40/41’s ‘Blue Dot’ mission.
In 2018, Gerst embarked on his second mission to the ISS. Over the course of his two space missions, he spent a combined total of 363 days living and working aboard the space station. His experiences and the extraordinary images he captured continue to inspire and awe people around the world.
The stunning sunset photos taken by astronaut Alexander Gerst offer a rare glimpse of the beauty of our planet from space, reminding us of the vastness and wonder of the universe.
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