Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 4, 2006

Hauoli Makahiki Hou

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 4, 2006 is “Hauoli Makahiki Hou,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Rob Ratkowski). The original explanation runs about 133 words.

From the explanation

“Fading sunlight , a young crescent Moon , and brilliant Venus shared the western sky in this view of 2005’s final sunset from the top of Mount Haleakala , on Maui, Hawaii. Also known as the Sacred House of the Sun, Haleakala , is Maui’s dormant volcano.”

— APOD editors, January 4, 2006

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 4, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Rob Ratkowski
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 133 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 4, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-january-4-hauoli-makahiki-hou

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