Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 24, 1997

Mars Pathfinder's Landing Site

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 24, 1997 is “Mars Pathfinder's Landing Site,” an image. It is credited to Credit: Viking 1 Orbiter Team. The original explanation runs about 120 words.

From the explanation

“Where is Mars Pathfinder ? Follow the arrow in the above picture taken by the Viking Orbiter in 1976.”

— APOD editors, July 24, 1997

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 24, 1997
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Viking 1 Orbiter Team
Copyright: No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 120 words