Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Grand Canyon in Moonlight

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 30, 2012 is “The Grand Canyon in Moonlight,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Malcolm Park ( North York Astronomical Association )). The original explanation runs about 131 words.

The Grand Canyon in Moonlight
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Malcolm Park ( North York Astronomical Association ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“In this alluring night skyscape recorded on March 26, a young Moon stands over the distant western horizon in conjunction with brilliant planet Venus . In the foreground, the Colorado River glistens in moonlight as it winds through the Grand Canyon , seen from the canyon’s southern rim at Lipan Point.”

— APOD editors, March 30, 2012

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
March 30, 2012
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Malcolm Park ( North York Astronomical Association )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 131 words

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