Astronomy

International Star Registry’s astronomy page explores the fascinating nature of celestial objects and the constantly evolving science of stars and stellar exploration. From locating stars to predicting meteor showers, the stages of the moon, and the position of planets, the nature of asteroids and galaxies, and beyond. Follow here to see more.

Can You Buy a Star?

Imagine lying on a blanket under a clear night sky, looking up at the stars. The universe stretches out, full of mystery and beauty. It makes you feel small yet connected to the cosmos. Now, picture naming a star, linking it to you or someone special. It sounds like a fairy tale, but International Star Registry makes

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Meteor seen from the International Space Station

Embrace the Magic of the Ursid Meteor Shower and Name a Star this Christmas

As we approach the final days of 2023, there’s a celestial spectacle awaiting sky gazers: the Ursid Meteor Shower. This meteor shower began in the northers sky on December 17th and reaches its peak in the early hours of December 23rd. For Santa fans, this meteor shower emanates from the celestial North Pole. The Ursids

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NASA MESSENGER image of the planet Mercury

Exploring the Celestial Marvel: Mercury’s Greatest Elongation

Prepare your celestial calendars for a spectacular cosmic event on December 4, 2023 – the moment when Mercury achieves its greatest elongation at 14 UTC (8 a.m. CDT). This fascinating occurrence will position Mercury a striking 21 degrees away from the sun in our expansive sky. Unveiling Mercury’s Greatest Elongation Mercury, the swift-footed planet, reaches

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