Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 13, 2014

Downtown Auriga

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 13, 2014 is “Downtown Auriga,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo (Deep Sky Colors)). The original explanation runs about 213 words.

From the explanation

“Rich in star clusters and nebulae, the ancient constellation of Auriga , the Charioteer, rides high in northern winter night skies. Spanning nearly 24 full moons (12 degrees) on the sky, this deep telescopic mosaic view recorded in January shows off some of Auriga’s most popular sights for cosmic tourists.”

— APOD editors, February 13, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 13, 2014
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rogelio Bernal Andreo (Deep Sky Colors)
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 213 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 13, 2014 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2014-february-13-downtown-auriga

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