Residents of Lucknow to Witness Rare Celestial Event: Venus and Jupiter's 'Cosmic Kiss'
Look west after sunset to witness Venus & Jupiter share rare ‘cosmic kiss’ tomorrow
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On Tuesday evening, residents of Lucknow will have the opportunity to observe a rare celestial event as Venus and Jupiter will appear just 1.6 degrees apart in the western sky, creating a phenomenon known as a 'cosmic kiss'. This event coincides with Mercury's visibility, forming a three-planet alignment.
- 01Venus and Jupiter will appear just 1.6 degrees apart, visible in the western sky after sunset.
- 02The event, referred to as a 'cosmic kiss', will be most striking on Tuesday evening.
- 03Astronomers recommend viewing the planets about 45 minutes after sunset for the best experience.
- 04Officials at the Indira Gandhi Planetarium will provide telescopes for public viewing of the event.
- 05Venus will shine brighter than Jupiter due to its proximity to Earth and reflective cloud cover.
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Residents of Lucknow are set to witness a rare celestial event on Tuesday evening, as Venus and Jupiter will appear extremely close together in the sky, creating what astronomers call a 'cosmic kiss'. This conjunction will see the two planets just 1.6 degrees apart, roughly the width of a little finger held at arm's length. According to Sumit Srivastava, a senior scientific officer, this event is a visual treat as both Venus and Jupiter will be the brightest objects in the twilight sky. Additionally, the visibility of Mercury will result in a rare three-planet alignment, often referred to as a 'planet parade'. Observers are advised to look towards the western sky about 45 minutes after sunset for optimal viewing. The Indira Gandhi Planetarium will enhance the experience by providing telescopes for public use, allowing viewers to see Jupiter's moons and Venus as a partially illuminated disc. Venus, known as the 'evening star', is expected to outshine Jupiter due to its closer proximity to Earth and reflective cloud cover.
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Residents will have a unique opportunity to engage with astronomy and enjoy a spectacular view of celestial bodies.
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