Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 18, 2012

On the Road to Carina

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 18, 2012 is “On the Road to Carina,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Babak Tafreshi ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 148 words.

From the explanation

“This rugged road through the dark Atacama Desert seems to lead skyward toward the bright stars and glowing nebulae of the southern Milky Way. If you follow the road you will get to Cerro Armazones peak in Chile , future construction site for the 40-meter class European Extremely Large Telescope .”

— APOD editors, February 18, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 18, 2012
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 148 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 18, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-february-18-on-the-road-to-carina

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