Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Moon Over Shiraz

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 13, 2004 is “Moon Over Shiraz,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Ahmad Karimi ,). The original explanation runs about 118 words.

Moon Over Shiraz
Credit & Copyright: Ahmad Karimi , Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Early morning risers around the world have enjoyed the sight of bright planets in this week’s predawn skies – further enhanced by the celestial spectacle of the waning crescent Moon . From some locations the Moon was seen to pass in front of Jupiter or Venus, a lunar occultation.”

— APOD editors, November 13, 2004

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 13, 2004
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Ahmad Karimi ,
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 118 words

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