Where to see the world's best sunsets

Sunsets may be easy to explain scientifically (Thanks, rotating Earth!), but their beauty is harder to put into words. For their array of colors, silhouettes, and overall vistas, here are some of our favorite sunset experiences from around the world.

1. Micato Safaris, Kenya and Tanzania

Sure, we all dream of a safari filled with lion, rhino, and elephant encounters, but often East Africa’s most poignant take-home memories are the sunsets. On Micato Safaris, the crew ensures a premiere front-row seat to the day’s most epic event—the African sun painting the land in reds and oranges you never knew existed, while casting silhouettes over the savannah wildlife. The scenes are so surreal, they brink on Lion King animation.

2. Angkor Watt, CambodiaThere are few places in the world as photogenic as Angkor Watt, the iconic, spired temple complex that links the Khmer empire of 9th-15th century with present day. At sunset, head to the temple’s west entrance and bask in the grandeur of the world’s largest religious monument as it reaches its peak Instagram state. No filters necessary.

3. Quebec City, Canada

While we do love big-city skyline sunsets, there's one particular small city that blows us away: Quebec City. The best view is from the opposite end of the St. Lawrence River, where you can watch the sun brushstroke the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Old Town in pinks and purples, transforming the town into a live watercolor painting.

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