Alpenglow: When Mountains Glow Like Fire at Dawn and Dusk
What Makes Mountains Glow: Alpenglow creates one of nature's most breathtaking displays when mountain peaks appear to catch fire with brilliant red and orange light. This optical phenomenon occurs during the transition periods of dawn and dusk, transforming ordinary rock and snow into a canvas of warm, glowing colors. The term comes from the German words "alpen" meaning alps and "glühen" meaning to glow. While the name suggests this only happens in the Alps, alpenglow can be observed on any mountain range around the world when conditions align properly.