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My husband and I took the aerial tram up to Sandia Peak which is the ski area above Albuquerque, New Mexico. It was the night before the opening of the Balloon Fiesta so there were many people enjoying the view down below.
My husband and I took the aerial tram up to Sandia Peak which is the ski area above Albuquerque, New Mexico. It was the night before the opening of the Balloon Fiesta so there were many people enjoying the view down below.
About 5 minutes later...
Another 5 minutes or so later...
...and then, Albuquerque becomes a sea of lights. Lightning was creating quite a show in the western sky.
It was a bit nerve wracking seeing the brilliant flashes as we descended from the 10,300+ foot peak well after dark.
SkyWatch Friday
Looking at the Sky on Friday
SkyWatch Friday
Looking at the Sky on Friday
24 comments:
Breathtaking captures, Carolyn! Just superb -- I wasn't kidding about them taking my breath away! Incredible shots! Hope you have a great weekend and thanks for sharing the beauty!
Sylvia
Spectacular sunsets. The rays of light piercing through the golden clouds is beautiful.
This is HEAVENLY! What a fantastic sky! So lucky you were there to capture it...
I have to second Sylvia, these are breathtaking shots. I especially like the third one down, it looks like the sun is setting on an orange sea.
Absolutely stunning shots. Love the last one with the lights of the city.
breathtaking photos.
gosh your pictures are beautiful, they take my breath away!!!
thanks for sharing
have a lovely weekend
Welcome home! I was looking forward to seeing photos from you trip. Wonderful and breathtaking pictures! I especially like the third one.
Wow...the 5 mins...5 mins..5 mins....wait was worth it!
Isn't our world and sky awesome?
Our imagined look of heaven must be right here in NM! The Land of Enchantment is indeed just that, the trip up shows us the vistas in the sky...
i'm speechless, these are truly wonderful shots! ^0^
the best sunsets for me are these fiery oranges or royal bleu colors.
the 1st one looks the best, it's like the hands of someone from up above, welcoming you. ^0^
From the Sandia Crest?
Oh my those shots are super fantastic, love it! Happy weekend!
Blue sky Reflection
These are amazing! What a beautiful series of photos :)
These are absolutely stunning shots. The light and the colors are almost magic!
These shots are beyond great! They are glorious!
The change is astonishing! Fabulous shots!
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Oh, so beautiful.. I think it`s painted by the finger of God.
Love your photos!:-)
Beautiful beautiful beautiful!
All I can say is WOW Carolyn - stunning sunset shots and captivating night shot !
Wonderful snapshots!
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I grew up in Albuquerque, NM. These photos express why NM is called the Land of Enchantment.
Joyce M
Isn't it gorgeous! We've been up there but never at sunset or after dark -- how could we not have thought of doing that? more reasons for another trip!!
Wow! Stunning captures! What a scenery! I'd love to go there :o)
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