Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 20, 2007

The Milky Road

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 20, 2007 is “The Milky Road,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Larry Landolfi). The original explanation runs about 159 words.

From the explanation

“Inspired during a visit to Fort Davis, Texas, home of McDonald Observatory and dark night skies, photographer Larry Landolfi created this tantalizing fantasy view. The composited image suggests the Milky Way is a heavenly extension of a deserted country road.”

— APOD editors, October 20, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 20, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Larry Landolfi
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 159 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 20, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-october-20-the-milky-road

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