Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Road to the Galactic Center

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 9, 2025 is “Road to the Galactic Center,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Abramyan). The original explanation runs about 153 words.

The picture shows the a composite image of Monument Valley, Utah, USA in the foreground, and the plane of the Milky Way Galaxy including the Galactic Center in the background. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Abramyan Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Does the road to our galaxy’s center go through Monument Valley ? It doesn’t have to, but if your road does — take a picture.”

— APOD editors, November 9, 2025

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
November 9, 2025
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Michael Abramyan
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 153 words

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