This image depicts a coastal scene in Veracruz City, Mexico, under conditions consistent with either sunrise or sunset

This image depicts a coastal scene in Veracruz City, Mexico, under conditions consistent with either sunrise or sunset. The sun, a bright luminous disc, is positioned low above the horizon, slightly to the left of the frame's center, emitting a strong glare and prominent lens flare. Its intense light creates a shimmering, golden reflection path across the calm, dark blue water, which exhibits gentle ripples extending from the foreground to the distant horizon. The sky above is a clear, deep blue, transitioning to a lighter hue near the horizon. A long, bright, linear cloud formation or contrail extends diagonally upwards from the sun's position towards the upper right quadrant of the sky. On the right side of the frame, a concrete pier, supported by multiple pillars, extends into the water. Its surface is dark gray with a distinct yellow stripe along its edge. Near the end of the visible section of the pier, a metal ladder is affixed, leading towards the water. Several indistinct human figures are present on the pier: one stands near the ladder, and additional figures are positioned further along its length towards the shore. Various indeterminate objects are also visible on the pier's surface. A section of land with green foliage from trees is present on the far right, behind the pier. In the water on the left side, two dark vertical poles and a white buoy are visible, with another small, dark object floating further out. Faint landmasses or structures are discernible on the distant horizon.