The scene depicts a portion of the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències in Valencia, Spain, observed at night

The scene depicts a portion of the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències in Valencia, Spain, observed at night. A large, modern, predominantly white architectural structure dominates the midground, illuminated by artificial lighting. This building features a complex skeletal or latticework support system along its lower section, transitioning to a distinctive roofline composed of multiple, angular, fin-like projections. The structure's illumination casts a bright glow, creating a stark contrast against the uniformly dark, starless sky. In the foreground and midground, a substantial body of dark water, identified as a reflecting pool, exhibits numerous small ripples on its surface. The artificial lights from the building reflect prominently on this water, appearing as shimmering vertical streaks. Towards the base of the illuminated building, across the reflecting pool, several indistinct human figures are visible as dark silhouettes, indicating pedestrian presence. A partially submerged or floating sign is positioned in the water in the mid-distance, clearly displaying the capitalized text "ARTE Y CIENCIAS".