Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

The Veins of Heaven

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for July 11, 2025 is “The Veins of Heaven,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: P-M Hedén ( Clear Skies , TWAN )). The original explanation runs about 119 words.

The Veins of Heaven
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: P-M Hedén ( Clear Skies , TWAN ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Transfusing sunlight as the sky grew darker, this exceptional display of noctilucent clouds was captured on July 10 , reflected in the calm waters of Vallentuna Lake near Stockholm, Sweden.”

— APOD editors, July 11, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
July 11, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: P-M Hedén ( Clear Skies , TWAN )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 119 words

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Source

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