Sunrise start

October 2025

Sunrise start

October 2025

Peaceful morning light spreading across the sky, as seen from a park in Sydenham.

Contributors note: "Title: Sunrise Who: Taken by me (Samreet Kaur) What: A peaceful early-morning sunrise showing the first light of day spreading across the sky, with bare winter trees and soft orange and pink clouds. Where: Sydenham, Christchurch, New Zealand. Date / Approximate Date: Eary October 2025 Description:This photo captures a calm Christchurch morning with the sun rising behind the trees and homes in Sydenham. The quiet atmosphere and soft colours of the sky reflect the beauty of new beginnings and the evolving community environment."

Creator: Samreet Kaur

Contributor: Samreet Kaur

Source: Entry in the 2025 Christchurch City Libraries Photo Hunt.

Reference ID: CCL-PH25-SaKau-0001

Uploaded by: CCL Photo Hunt

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