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PHENOMENA AT BASEL (COL)
Curious phenomena seen over the city of Basel, Switzerland, at sunrise and sunset on two days in July and again on 7 August. Date: 17 and 18 July 1566
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1566 Basel Curious Days Phenomena Sunrise Sunset
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This image from the annals of history presents the enigmatic phenomena that graced the skies above Basel, Switzerland, during the mornings of July 17 and 18, 1566, and the sunset of August 7, 1566. The curious aerial displays, captured in this print from the Collection of the Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research WSL (Wissenschaftliches Schweizerisches Landesarchiv, abbreviated as COL), have long intrigued scholars and the general public alike. The natural occurrences, depicted in the print, are believed to be a result of a rare atmospheric phenomenon known as a "noctilucent cloud," which is typically only visible during twilight hours. These ethereal clouds, composed of ice crystals, form high in the Earth's mesosphere and are illuminated by the sun's rays. The vibrant colors, ranging from pink to blue, add to their otherworldly allure. The sunrises and sunsets of July 17 and 18, 1566, were particularly noteworthy as they featured these striking phenomena. The print offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a window into the fascination and wonder that these natural displays elicited during the Renaissance era. The occurrence of these phenomena on three separate occasions within a short timeframe is quite rare, making this event all the more extraordinary. The print serves as a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world and the human curiosity that drives us to document and study its mysteries.
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