Astronomical Conjunctions: A Guide to the Sky’s Spectacular Dance
Have you ever looked up at the night sky and noticed two or more celestial objects appearing close together in the sky? This celestial event …
Celestial sights
Saturn: A Celestial Wonder to be Admired
Saturn, the sixth planet from the sun and one of the largest and most beautiful planets in the solar system, has always been a fascinating …
What is visible in the night sky from Ireland in January
Ireland is known for its stunning natural beauty, but it is not just limited to the daylight hours. In the night sky, Ireland offers a …
Comets, how to view them and comets I can see from ireland
Comets have been capturing the attention of humanity for centuries, with their bright, glowing tails and mysterious origins making them an object of wonder. As …
Star clusters
Star clusters are groups of stars that are tightly bound together by their mutual gravitational attraction. They come in various shapes and sizes and can …
Lunar astronomy. Top 5 things to look for on the moon.
The Moon is the Earth’s only natural satellite and the fifth largest moon in the Solar System. It is believed to have formed about 4.5 …
The Crab Nebula
The Crab Nebula is a supernova remnant located in the constellation Taurus. It was first observed in 1054 AD and is one of the most …
The Pleiades
The Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters, is an open star cluster located in the constellation of Taurus. It is one of the brightest …
The Andromeda Galaxy
The Andromeda Galaxy, also known as Messier 31 (M31), is a spiral galaxy located approximately 2.5 million light-years away from Earth in the constellation Andromeda. …
The Orion constellation
Orion is a prominent constellation located on the celestial equator. It is one of the oldest and most recognisable constellations in the night sky, and …