Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Milky Way above Atacama Salt Lagoon

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for September 16, 2014 is “Milky Way above Atacama Salt Lagoon,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Alex Tudorica ( AIfA, U. Bonn )). The original explanation runs about 131 words.

Milky Way above Atacama Salt Lagoon
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Alex Tudorica ( AIfA, U. Bonn ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Galaxies, stars, and a serene reflecting pool combine to create this memorable land and skyscape. The featured panorama is a 12-image mosaic taken last month from the Salar de Atacama salt flat in northern Chile .”

— APOD editors, September 16, 2014

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
September 16, 2014
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Alex Tudorica ( AIfA, U. Bonn )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 131 words

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