Venus and the crescent Moon stun stargazers

Stargazers around the globe witnessed a unprecedented celestial scene on Friday as Venus appeared shining above a crescent moon.

The planet was seen to the bare eye in cities around the globe, from the UK to the US, Turkey and China.

Venus is usually referred to as the Evening Star or Morning Star as a result of, when outstanding, it seems because the brightest “star” within the sky.

More astronomical delights are in retailer for this new 12 months, as January 2025 will likely be an excellent month to identify each Venus and Saturn. Be certain to check out the sky on January 18, as these planets will seem simply 2.2° aside.

Stargazers might also be capable to spot capturing stars shining within the skies Quadrantid meteor shower continues.

This bathe, which is predicted to succeed in its peak on Saturday, is seen from December 26 and can proceed till January 12.

Dr Robert Massey, deputy director of the Royal Astronomical Society within the UK, stated observers hoping to glimpse celestial fireworks after sundown might want to transfer “as far-off from gentle air pollution as attainable”.

“If you will have time to look outdoors and the climate is sweet, then test it out as a result of it is an ideal present for the brand new 12 months.”