Astronomy Picture of the Day · June 20, 2014

Rio at Night

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 20, 2014 is “Rio at Night,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Babak Tafreshi ( TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 128 words.

From the explanation

“In this night skyscape setting stars trail above the western horizon over Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, a venue for the 2014 World Cup . Gentle arcs from the bright, colorful stars of Orion are near the center of the frame, while the starfield itself straddles planet Earth’s celestial equator during the long exposure.”

— APOD editors, June 20, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: June 20, 2014
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 128 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, June 20, 2014 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2014-june-20-rio-at-night

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