Nicholas Copernicus 1473 To 1543
Nicholas Copernicus was born in Thorn, in what is now modern day Poland, in 1473. He was a man whose ideas revolutionized the way we understand the universe today. Copernicus…
Going Stargazing: – Things To Remember.
Going out stargazing is very much like a holiday. You plan your trip, where you are going and how to get there and back. You also plan what you want…
Where is the Kuiper Belt?
The outer reaches of our solar system are an utterly fascinating place. The region beyond Neptune is an area stretching far beyond the orbit of Neptune and have some of…
Astronomical Signs Of The Zodiac
The signs of the Zodiac go back many millennia. It’s his history is lost in pre history when peoples used them to tell stories and and in their religious beliefs.…
The Asteroid Belt
I remember the first time I peered through a telescope, marveling at the distant specks of light scattered across the night sky. Among those are the rocky remnants from the…
The Meaning Of The Phases Of The Moon
Understanding the moon phases isn’t just for astronomers; it’s incredibly valuable for any curious mind. The Moon travels through a cycle of phases every month, and these phases are one…
Top Astronomy Magazines
Like many hobbies Astronomy has its own top Magazines. Here we review the top astronomy magazines that are available. Sky and Telescope This is one of the oldest magazine’s for…
The Eight Planets Of The Solar System
The eight planets of the solar system each one has a very different history and story to tell. Mercury Mercury is the closest planet to the Sun and orbits in…
Types of Telescopes
As we move on in our new hobby you will start to think about getting a telescope. So what are the best affordable telescopes for beginners? First though, we need…
Orion – The Wonder of Winter
Today, with Exploring The Night Sky we visit one of the most recognizable winter constellations in the night sky, The constellation of Orion. Orion – A Winter Constellation and the…