This elevated, wide-angle image depicts a coastal bay and urban development in Noumea, France, under clear, sunny daytime conditions

This elevated, wide-angle image depicts a coastal bay and urban development in Noumea, France, under clear, sunny daytime conditions. The sky is a uniform light blue, with a faint haze visible at the distant horizon over the open, dark blue sea. The midground features a vibrant turquoise-blue bay, accommodating numerous vessels. A prominent marina in the center-left contains dozens of white-hulled sailboats (monohulls and catamarans) and motorboats, neatly moored at docks. Several additional white-hulled sailboats and catamarans are anchored in the open bay, all with furled sails. The urban waterfront bordering the marina consists of multi-story buildings, primarily with light-colored facades and dark roofs, appearing to be residential or resort complexes. These structures are integrated with dense green vegetation and numerous palm trees. A small, vegetated islet or peninsula is visible, separating parts of the bay. The lower foreground includes dense green foliage, palm trees, a paved road, and one discernible white automobile. No human figures are identifiable.