A stunning long-exposure astrophotograph of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) rising above the snow-capped Southern Alps in New Zealand. The galaxy is captured in exquisite detail, its light reflected in the still waters of Lake Alexandrina in the foreground. The image showcases the breathtaking beauty of the night sky from Mount John Observatory.

Astronomy Picture from 21/10/2022

Andromeda in Southern Skies

Source: https://apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap221021.html


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