The image displays a rugged coastal scene in Machico, Portugal, under an overcast sky

The image displays a rugged coastal scene in Machico, Portugal, under an overcast sky. The foreground consists of a densely packed pebble beach, composed of uniformly dark, rounded stones ranging from small to medium size. Gentle waves with white foam are breaking along the waterline. The ocean, appearing greyish-blue, extends into the mid-ground, containing scattered dark rocks, some partially submerged, with visible green algal growth on others. To the left, a prominent, steep cliff face rises, exhibiting dark, stratified rock formations with reddish-brown veins and sparse green vegetation along its upper edge. This landmass recedes into the distance. On the right, further in the mid-ground, another landmass, likely a headland, presents as a less abrupt hill covered in green foliage. The sky above is entirely cloudy, dominated by varying shades of grey and white, with brighter patches indicating filtered light. No individuals or man-made structures are visible.