How majestic, the sight will be when our Moon passes in front of a Red giant whose diameter is 700 times than that of our Sun? As Earthlings, we witness some of the most fascinating celestial events happening around us. One such phenomenon is occulations involving our beloved Moon. A lunar occultation occurs when the …
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Stargazing off the Southern Coasts On the 9th of August 2024, members of the Astronomical Society departed from the gates of the University of Colombo, enthusiastically preparing for an observational night camp at Mount Calvary College, Galle. Amidst the scenic route, which took us through the memorable sunsets that the Southern Expressway offers, the seven …
A Night Under the Stars: A Celestial Adventure Have you ever gazed up at the night sky and felt a sense of awe and wonder? The vast expanse of stars, planets, and galaxies can be both humbling and inspiring. It’s a reminder of our place in the universe and the incredible beauty that surrounds us. …
Gazing up Into the Night Sky; Igniting the Scientific Curiosity of Young Minds Looking up into the night sky has inspired centuries of scientific innovation and brilliance, the allure and intrigue of the cosmos have continued to fascinate both the young and old for millennia. Ever since mankind perfected the art of using telescopes to …
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Solar Observation Camp at Viharamaha Devi Balika Vidyalaya A Journey into Astronomy On a bright morning, under the vast blue sky, students and astronomy enthusiasts gathered at Viharamahadevi Balika Vidyalaya for a great opportunity to observe the star at the center of the solar system-the life force of earth. Since humans first learned to use …
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