Learn English – An idiom for “seen clearly” or “plainly”

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I'm looking for a way to convey how multiple things are very well seen from a certain vantage point. In my native language there is a very appealing expression for that, that can be translated as "seen as in the palm of your hand", as in, it's right there, in front of you. Yet it seems in English "in the palm of your hand" has very different connotation, relating more to control than clarity. Is there any interesting figure of speech for "easy to see", "wide open and easy to see", or something of that nature?

Edit: in my example, I'm talking about physically seeing things with your eyes. Many of the proposed expressions are more frequently used when talking about "understanding" or "knowing" something that is not actually physical.

Best Answer

Plain as day ( can also be used with the physical reference you are hinting at):

  • very obvious, quite clear.

    • The secret to our success is as plain as day - make a good plan and stick to it.

  • easy to see or understand:

    • I looked at the list and there, plain as day, was my name on the list of winners.

also, plain as the nose on your face :

  • to be very obvious.

    • There's no doubt that he's interested in her. It's as plain as the nose on your face.

(from www.dictionary.reference.com)

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