Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 18, 2005

Big Dipper Castle

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 18, 2005 is “Big Dipper Castle,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Till Credner ( AlltheSky.com )). The original explanation runs about 154 words.

From the explanation

“The stars of the big dipper, a well known asterism in the constellation Ursa Major , are easy to recognize in this dramatic skyscape . In fact, northern hemisphere skygazers often follow along the line indicated by the two stars at the far right.”

— APOD editors, February 18, 2005

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 18, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Till Credner ( AlltheSky.com )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 154 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 18, 2005 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2005-february-18-big-dipper-castle

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