Stunning view of the Hawaiian Islands from space, taken from the Space Shuttle Discovery in October 1988. The image showcases the archipelago's volcanic peaks, including Mauna Kea (home to many renowned telescopes) and Haleakala, against the backdrop of Earth's curved horizon. The dark, clear skies above these islands make them ideal locations for astronomical observation.

Astronomy Picture from 25/07/1998

Hawaii

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap980725.html


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