Rare Planetary Parade on February 28: 7 Planets to Align in Night Sky

 


A rare celestial event is set to take place on the night of February 28, when seven planets of the Solar System will align in a spectacular "planetary parade." Pluto, now classified as a dwarf planet, will be excluded from this cosmic display. This extraordinary alignment will be visible from various locations, including Kolkata. Those who miss this opportunity will have to wait another 15 years for a similar event.

What is a Planetary Parade?

A planetary parade occurs when multiple planets appear in a straight line in the night sky. While it is common to spot a couple of planets together, seeing more than four at once is a rare phenomenon, making this event highly anticipated by astronomy enthusiasts.

Best Time and Visibility

The best time to witness this celestial alignment is about 45 minutes after sunset. Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Uranus will be visible to the naked eye. However, Saturn, Neptune, and Mercury will require binoculars or a telescope for better visibility.

  • Venus will be visible in the western sky right after sunset.
  • Mars will appear in the southern sky and will remain visible throughout March.
  • Jupiter can be spotted in the southwest.
  • Saturn will be too close to the Sun, making it slightly difficult to see.
  • Uranus will be visible without optical aid, while Neptune and Mercury will require telescopes.

Where Will It Be Visible?

The planetary alignment can be observed from various cities across India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, Gangtok, Ahmedabad, Dehradun, Noida, Indore, and Kanpur. Kolkata will also offer a clear view of this event, provided the sky remains dark and free of light pollution.

Astronomy enthusiasts should mark their calendars and prepare their binoculars and telescopes for this once-in-a-decade celestial spectacle.


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