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⚖️ Starwatch: Venus will pass through the ‘golden gate’ of two star clusters
The brilliant planet will move across the invisible line between the pair and appear 3 degrees away from the star AldebaranThis week, Venus will pass through the so-called Golden Gate of the Ecliptic. Although the name has risen to prominence with science popularisers in recent decades, its exact origin is unknown.It references two star clusters in the constellation Taurus, the Bull. The Hydes and the Pleiades lie on either side of the ecliptic, which is the plane of the solar system. As such, the sun, the moon and the planets all follow this line in their passage through the sky. The constellations the ecliptic passes through are known as the zodiacal constellations, referred to in popular culture as the signs of the zodiac. Continue reading...
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This celestial event offers a stunning visual for skywatchers, showcasing the interplay of Venus's bright luminosity against the delicate starfield of the Beehive Cluster. It's a rare opportunity for both seasoned astronomers and casual stargazers to appreciate the beauty and precision of our solar system's movements. Observing such phenomena reminds us of the vastness and intricacy of the universe.
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