Diamond Dust


When the moisture in the air is cooled down rapidly and get crystalized, a natural phenomenon called "diamond dust" can be observed. On December 23, 2001, the temeperature in Stockholm dropped until minus 19 degree Celsius, and diamond dust was observed. This time, rainbow and light pillar caused by diamond dust were also observed.

Beautiful ice sculpture on the window of the apartment by the hand of the nature.

Rainbow caused by diamond dust.

Branches of the trees are caoated with ice.

A light pillar was observed just after the sunset.

Vapor comes up from the relatively warmer water of Lake Melaren in front of Gamla Stan.

A huge Chrismtmas tree at Gamala Stan.

Af Chapman, a tall ship now used as a youth hostel.

Please click here to see the QuickTime movie of diamond dust.


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