Whenever I go out west, I’m always struck by how drastically different the terrain is compared to the relatively featureless coastal plain here in the east, where I live. This photo was taken on the approach to the Salt Lake City Airport.

Aerial view of a snow-covered mountainous landscape surrounding a large, partially frozen lake. The scene is enveloped by a cloudy sky, with patches of sunlight reflecting off the snowy terrain. The undulating landscape shows ridges and valleys, creating a dramatic contrast between the white snow and the darker areas of exposed earth.