Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 23, 2004

Heaven on Earth

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 23, 2004 is “Heaven on Earth,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Richard Payne (Arizona Astrophotography)). The original explanation runs about 129 words.

From the explanation

“If sometimes it appears that the entire Milky Way Galaxy is raining down on your head, do not despair. It happens twice a day.”

— APOD editors, February 23, 2004

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 23, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Richard Payne (Arizona Astrophotography)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 129 words

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Topics in this entry

The Sun The Milky Way Galaxies

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 23, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-february-23-heaven-on-earth

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