Category Archives: Constellations

The International Year Of Astronomy Is Here! To Celebrate, I've Used My New Canon 1000D DSLR To Take A Picture Of Orion!

At last, the International Year Of Astronomy 2009 (IYA2009) is here.   After months of anticipation, I hope it will deliver the promised kick-start to the appreciation of astronomy, by the wider public.    To celebrate the first clear night … Continue reading →

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Favourite Constellation – Orion

One of my most favourite constellations to observe is the magnificent constellation Orion (The Hunter). In mythology, Orion is said to be a hunter. The shape of the stars in the sky can be interpreted as a man, with a … Continue reading →

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Cygnus “The Swan” – A Favourite Constellation

Another of my favourite constellations for observation, is the northern constellation of Cygnus. It is known as “the Swan” because of its distinctive cross-shape in the sky. You can imagine it as a flying swan, with wings outstretched. Cygnus has … Continue reading →

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