In Margao, astronomy lovers witness planetary alignment

Kimberly Colaco

STELLAR FIGURES

The Association of Friends of Astronomy (AFA) has seen a significant rise in footfalls at the observatory in Ravindra Bhavan, Margao, lately.

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NEW FAN FOLLOWING

This is due to the planetary alignments, which have captivated astronomy enthusiasts and, in turn, attracted a new wave of fans eager to learn about the wonders of the cosmos.

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STARRY NIGHT

Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn appear to be closely aligned and visible to the naked eye, a sight which has been attracting astronomy buffs since January.

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THE MORE, THE MERRIER

The AFA has made arrangements for public viewing of the planetary spectacle at several locations across South Goa, allowing more people to experience the celestial event.

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MEMORABLE MOMENTS

This planetary alignment will remain visible until the third week of February, providing enthusiasts with ample time to witness this captivating celestial phenomenon.

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MARK THE DATES

Offering an opportunity to explore the wonders of the night sky, the Margao observatory at Ravindra Bhavan will be open for public viewing on Tuesdays and Saturdays.

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PERFECT TIMING

The ideal time to witness the celestial events is between 7 pm and 8.30 pm, when the observatory team also provides insightful explanations about the events.

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