Posted in Mississippi Nature October 16, 2015 by Daniella DiRienzo

15 Times The Sun Made Mississippi The Most Beautiful Place On Earth

Known for its great views and stunning scenery, it’s hard to imagine that Mississippi could get even more beautiful. But after a little digging around, we can confirm that it is actually possible. From amazing sunrises to spectacular sunsets, these 15 photos will make you fall in love with Mississippi all over again.

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1. This breathtaking photo was posted to the “Only in Mississippi” Facebook page by Christie Upshaw Travis with the perfect caption - “Big sunsets of the Mississippi Delta rival any in the world.”

2. A Thaxton sunrise, captured by Luis Aburto, paints the sky with vibrant orange and yellow hues.

3. A magnificent sunset over Grenada Lake photographed by Carlos Louis Willis.

4. A colorful Summit sunset captured by Norma Benton Bowlin.

5. Veronica Windham Mcnabb’s photo is confirmation that a sky full of clouds can’t mute the sun’s amazing glow as it sets.

6. You can practically feel the warmth from the sunrays in this incredible photo by Tina Puglisi-Meadows.

7. Mack Robison’s shot of this colorful sunrise over Sardis Dam is all the inspiration one would need to wake up early.

8. Thanks to the sun’s illumination, a spectrum of colors adorn Natchez State Park, and, luckily, Nicole DeCell Kossum was there to capture it.

9. Mark Walker submitted this spectacular, vividly colored photo, which was taken in Fannin.

10. A stunning Mississippi sunset, shot by Becky Culpepper Syfrett, lights up the entire sky.

11. From the sky to the water, the beautiful, luminous glow of the sun can’t be ignored in this picture snapped by Parminder Vig at Chapel Hill Lake.

12. The sun’s intense radiance fills the sky with bold colors over Sardis Lake in this picturesque scene captured by Matt Taylor.

13. The colors are too good to be true in this striking yet serene photo shot by Doc Lail.

14. Randy N Michelle’s impromptu photo shoot in Potts Camp led to this wonderful shot of a spectacular sunset.

15. A tranquil sight photographed by Roger Smith at the Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge, near Starkville.

After seeing these pictures, it’s easy to see why Mississippi is often referred to as God’s Country! What’d you think? Do you have a favorite? Share your thoughts below! Have a photo of your own to share? You can email submit-ms@onlyinyourstate.com or post directly to Only In Mississippi’s Facebook page.