The Golden Hour, also known as the Magic Hour, is the period of time after sunrise and before sunset, lasting around 20-30 minutes. It is considered the best time for photography.
 

Why is that? During this time of day, the sunlight is softer, preventing harsh shadows, and it creates long shadows because the angle of the sunlight is low.
 

Example:

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The Golden Hour is characterized by warm colors like red, yellow, and orange.
 

After the Golden Hour, there is another brief period called the Blue Hour, which lasts for a very short time, up to 10 minutes, when the sun is below the horizon. During this time, the sky appears deep blue, and the scene is filled with a bluish light, making it a suitable time for photography.

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