Tonight the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn illuminates the sky with an astronomical phenomenon that did not occur since 1226. It will be until 2040 when it can be seen again, like this December 21, 2020 that leaves it in view of the whole world.
This December 21 the Belen star, or actually the conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn, offers an astronomical phenomenon that had not occurred since 1226as they look brighter.
Just on the day that the Winter Solstice With the shortest day and the longest night, the conjunction between both planets can be seen from around the world with the naked eye or with the support of binoculars or telescope, if the clear sky allows it.
How to see the star of Bethlehem or conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn?
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He Astronomical Club Space and the NASA share a live broadcast to enjoy the phenomenon that will not be seen like this until 2040.
The also known as the Christmas Star that guided the Magi on their way to the birth of Jesus, is explained by science as the alignment of Saturn and Jupiter called “The Great Conjunction”.
Although at first glance it seems that both planets are very close together, they are actually millions of kilometers apart, although this does not prevent them from looking brighter.
We share more about this astronomical phenomenon.
