Sun pillar observed over Hokkaido

Sun pillar observed over Hokkaido

SAPPORO, Japan - A sun pillar is observed over the town of Minamifurano in Hokkaido on Feb. 10. Diamond dust reflects the Sun, generating the pillar.

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  • 2009/2/10 00:00:00
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