Tag: Astronomy photography
Rare ‘Ring of Fire’ Eclipse over Easter Island: Stunning Space Photo of the Week
A rare 'ring of fire' annular solar eclipse was witnessed over Easter Island on October 2, 2024. During this spectacular event, the new moon appeared to perfectly align within the sun's disk for up...
‘Solar Eclipse over Easter Island: Stunning ‘Ring of Fire’ Image’
On Wednesday, October 2, a mesmerizing annular solar eclipse took place over Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui. This special event, often referred to as a "ring of fire" eclipse, was captured in...
2024 Astronomy Photographer of the Year: ‘Exceptional’ Eclipse Image and ‘Dolphin Head Nebula’
The 2024 Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition, hosted by the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, U.K., recently announced its winners, showcasing stunning images from talented photographers around the world. One of the standout images...
2021 Perseid Meteor Shower: Spectacular Display in UK Skies
Stargazers in the UK were treated to a stunning display of the Perseid meteor shower last weekend, with shooting stars lighting up the night sky. Some lucky observers in northern areas like Northumbria, North...
Majestic Sand Dunes on Mars’ Polar Ice Cap: Space Photo of the Week
Researchers at the University of Arizona recently shared a stunning image of sand dunes on Mars, captured by NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter. The image shows a dune field near the base of Mars' north...
Captivating Astronomy Photographer of the Year Shortlist Images
From an aurora dancing in the sky to a whale sailing across the sun, the Astronomy Photographer of the Year shortlisted images for 2024 are truly captivating. These stunning photographs showcase the beauty and...