National Institute for Astronomical Research NARIT revealed in the early hours of the day 31 December 2022 The 7 planets of the solar system will appear aligned in the sky along the path of the sun with the ninth crescent moon starting to observe after the sun sets onwards Five of the brightest planets are visible to the naked eye: Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn, while the other two, Uranus and Neptune, must be observed through large telescopes.
The planets appeared in the sky at the same time. and so arrayed Caused by each planet orbiting in a position that can be simultaneously viewed from the point of view of an observer on Earth. As far as the view from space is concerned, the planets are not aligned in a straight line. Because each planet orbits differently distributed according to the orbit of that star. The opportunity to queue up for observers on land to view at the same time is a rare phenomenon. Especially appearing in a row of up to 7 stars like this if the sky is clear without rain clouds. Thai people will have the opportunity to see the beauty of astronomical phenomena in the early evening all over the country.
In addition, NARIT also held an event to invite the planet parade. Get ready to see the stars all year round on December 31, 2022. View the planets through various telescopes. and join the countdown to say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new year together. Invite those interested to participate in the activities of both astronomy learning resources. 4 locationsthis
Chiang Mai : Sirindhorn Astronomical Park Time 18:00 – 00:00 Join the stargazing and countdown amidst the cold wind. Glow to welcome the new year in Glow in the dark theme.Register online. https://bit.ly/NARITCountdown2023-ChiangMai For more information call 081-8854353.
Nakhon Ratchasima Province : His Majesty The King 7th Cycle Honor Observatory Nakhon Ratchasima inside Suranaree University of Technology 18:00 to 01:00 Meet the stargazing business over the years on the theme of Happy Together, a festival to send happiness. Take pictures with the giant Christmas tree lights and exchange New Year’s gifts. For more information, call 086-4291489.
Chachoengsao Province : His Majesty the King’s 7th Birthday Anniversary Observatory, Chachoengsao, Wang Yen Sub-district, Plaeng Yao District, from 18:00 onwards. countdown for the new year register online https://bit.ly/CCOnewyearcamping For more information call 084-0882264.
Songkhla : His Majesty the King’s 7th Birthday Anniversary Observatory, Songkhla, Khao Rup Chang Sub-district, Muang District, 18:30 onwards, stargazing throughout the year and watch fireworks New Year artifice from the best vantage point in Songkhla. register online https://bit.ly/NARITCountdown2023-Songkhla For more information call 095-145041.
