Most images posted here are aimed at conventionally high image quality in addition to good composition.
There is a class of processing called "Mapping" which can improve global image quality in one shot as opposed to messing with a number of editor sliders until it looks right.
One such pre-AI mapping is called "Retinex" - invented by E. Land of the Polaroid Co. long ago. Popular for aerial shots or scenes with haze, fog or mist.
I simulated such a scene in the GIMP:
Then applied a Retinex mapping with the G'MIC plugin and no subsequent adjustments:
Talk about 'cutting through the mist' !!
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