Even when our brains know it's an illusion made by our brains our brains fall for itself every time.
The Moon illusion is the optical illusion of the Moon appearing larger near the horizon than it does higher up in the sky. It has been known since ancient times and recorded by various cultures. The explanation of this illusion is still debated.
[source: Wikipedia: Moon illusion]

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