At the end of the summer of 2023, a rare astronomical phenomenon awaits us. Exactly on August 30 this year, the sky will be decorated with an unusual phenomenon - a blue supermoon, which will become the largest and brightest phenomenon of this type this year. Moreover, this unique moment combines scientific knowledge with the rich cultural traditions of different communities around the world.
A blue supermoon is a combination of three astronomical phenomena: a supermoon, a blue moon, and the Hindu festival of Rakhi Purnima. Thanks to its perfect alignment with the Sun, the Moon will light up our sky, presenting its full beauty.
It won't be the only cosmic spectacle of the night. Saturn, known for its impressive rings, will reach its brightest phase, forming an amazing duo with the Moon. When the evening twilight gives way to night, the planet will dance around the silvery globe, creating a scene worthy of the most beautiful pictures.
A supermoon is a phenomenon that occurs when the Moon is at its closest point in its orbit to the Earth, making it appear larger and brighter than usual. Interestingly, the blue supermoon is not blue at all. The term dates back to 1946 and refers to the second full moon in one month.
As the transition from summer to autumn means the length of the day is shortened, astronomical phenomena become more visible. Although we do not expect meteorites this evening, the sky will be full of other attractions. One of them will be Vega, one of the brightest stars in our sky.
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