The sun candle: a rare optical phenomenon in snowy environments

This "sun candle" looks like a portal to another world. Also known as a "sub sun", this optical phenomenon is a rare occurrence. This gorgeous natural occurrence happens when  sunlight is reflected off the surface of ice crystals.

Subsuns are typically found in high-altitude clouds or ice-covered surfaces. — Read the rest

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