The image displays the Great Wall of China at the Badaling section, located in Yanqing District, China, captured during either sunrise or sunset

The image displays the Great Wall of China at the Badaling section, located in Yanqing District, China, captured during either sunrise or sunset. The sun is visible as a prominent, intensely bright disc situated directly behind a watchtower on a mountain peak, emitting distinct rays upwards into the atmosphere. The foreground features a section of the Great Wall, constructed of stone, with crenellated battlements, traversing a steep, rocky ridge. Multiple layers of mountain ranges recede into the distance, appearing as dark silhouettes against the warm-toned sky. The sky transitions from pale blue at the zenith to vibrant orange and yellow near the horizon, containing scattered cumulus clouds. A pronounced atmospheric haze or fog obscures the details of the distant valleys and low-lying areas, where faint urban infrastructure might be discernible. In the lower right portion of the image, approximately five to seven individuals are visible on the pathway of the Great Wall. One person is distinctly observed holding a device, likely a camera or phone, aimed towards the distant vista and the sun. The individuals are largely silhouetted against the ambient light, standing or walking along the wall. Another watchtower is visible further along the wall in the mid-ground on the left.