Astronomy and Planetariums

Astronomy and Planetariums

The astronomy is a fascinating science, but its study
entangles vast mathematical knowledge and a considerable
amount of time and patience. But many brilliant scientists
take care of all that, while for the rest of us, astronomy
is just an elevated word for a very pleasant activity:
looking at the stars. Why the stars have fascinated us
since the beginning of time is almost impossible to
explain, but the sight of a beautiful sky on a clear, warm
summer night is likely to provide the best explanation
possible ~ and all that without a single word.

This side of astronomy is a very popular hobby, sometimes
one does not even take it seriously, the fellow simply
happens to enjoy searching the night sky hoping the Libra
or Orion will rise. However, even someone who knows almost
nothing about astronomy could specify the fact that
catching sight of a particular star or constellation is not
such a simple task, as every star rises at a certain hour,
moreover, this hour modifies daily. To give an example, the
Orion constellation rises early in the evening in December
and January, while in July and August it can only be seen
around four o'clock in the morning. For those who enjoy
this part of astronomy the planetariums are just what the
doctor ordered.

Despite the fact that there is no match for the genuine
thing, planetariums can give one an evening to remember.
The occasions for going to the planetarium vary from a nice
family evening (for a loving parent) to the most original
date possible (for a hopeless romantic).

Children are one group likely to be interested in
astronomy. Children may find the stars neat because they
are so far away or because they form neat groups. Visiting
the planetarium, then, can be a great treat for children
because they feel closer to the sky. Even children not
already interested in the stars, a visit to the planetarium
can be a great way to spark their interest.

As for the ones still looking for that special person,
there are few places more impressive and original to go on
a date than the planetarium. It will certainly touch the
romantic string and make everything dream-like (but only
with a special person).

There's no need to wait until you meet a special person to
go to the planetarium. This visit can be great for a rainy
Saturday afternoon or a weekend when you're looking for
something neat to do. Planetarium visits are a way for the
novice star-watcher to get a close-up look, and for people
who may study the academic side to get a good look at what
they're studying.

So, if you star-watch but are growing bored from the same
angle or craning your neck, think about checking out your
planetarium. You may find that you enjoy this experience
just as much - or even more - that your star-gazing nights.
And then, you can come back again and again!

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