Galileo Galilei was born in 1564 in the city of Pisa. His father was a accomplished musician and Galileo would himself, become one under the tutelage of his father. He became a pivotal figure in the Renaissance Period that was slowly taking on the established teachings in Europe of the time. The city of Pisa was one of…
Our fascination with the Universe has led us to unlock the very many ways that we can observe it. The key to further unlocking its secrets are radio telescopes. Unlike their optical counterparts that rely on visible light, radio telescopes detect radio waves emitted by celestial objects. This allows astronomers to observe the universe in…
After Sputnik the Soviet Union turned its attention to the Moon in 1958. The United States then followed. There is a story behind all these early space craft of the late 1950’s. These early probes that led the way to what would be Man’s outstanding achievement in Apollo 11 and later missions to the Moon….
Astrology and Astronomy have a very intertwined history. With early peoples using the Zodiac to tell stories and pass down information, for example, when to sow and when to reap. They only started to diverge in the 15th centaury when the Renaissance began. But opening any newspaper or magazine to day and you will find…
Beyond the Asteroid Belt lies the realm of the giant planets. These behemoths of the outer Solar System are chiefly made up of gas. Percentage of these gases vary from planet to planet and mostly contain large amounts of hydrogen and helium. There are two classes of the Giant Planets, the Gas Giants and the…
Please note: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Like many hobbies Astronomy has its own top Magazines. Here we review the top astronomy magazines that are available. Sky and Telescope August 2924 Edition of Sky and Telescope Magazine This is one of the oldest magazine’s for the amateur astronomer still available in…
The 1970’s started with the fanfare of Apollo’s 11 and 12 of 1969. However, Apollo 11, particularly , was a political statement to show the United States technological superiority and to fulfil President Kennedy’s vision of in 1962. NASA by this time had felt comfortable about sending a manned mission to the Moon. But in…
Please note: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. INTRODUCTION TO PRODUCT Name: Star Adventurer 2i Pro PackObtain: Amazon and 365AstronomyFrom: Sky-Watcher What’s in the SKY-WATCHER STAR ADVENTURER 2i PRO PACK BOX. The Star Adventurer Motorized Mount Guider. What Can The Star Adventurer 2i Do? The Star Adventurer can make astrophotography even…
Please note: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Binoculars for Stargazing: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Pair Binoculars are incredibly versatile tools for stargazing, offering a range of benefits that make them an excellent choice for beginners and experienced skywatchers alike. With a wide field of view and an intuitive,…
The Oort Cloud: A Spherical Shell of Mysteries Imagine a vast, spherical shell encasing our solar system’s periphery, home to icy objects and potential comets – that’s the Oort Cloud. Unlike the flattened disk of the Kuiper Belt, which you can read about in my article ‘Where is the Kuiper Belt?’, the Oort Cloud forms…
