Astronomy Picture of the Day · July 16, 2011

Starry Night over Dubai

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 16, 2011 is “Starry Night over Dubai,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Babak Tafreshi ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 130 words.

From the explanation

“A starry night over the city of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates is really not so starry . In fact, the Moon is the only celestial beacon to come close to competing with city lights in this night skyscape , a situation all too familiar to urban skygazers.”

— APOD editors, July 16, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: July 16, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Babak Tafreshi ( TWAN )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 130 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, July 16, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-july-16-starry-night-over-dubai

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