For the northern and southern starry sky: 34 centimetres in diameter – with slipcase!
This rotating star chart with a diameter of 34 centimetres shows the currently visible section of the sky in no time at all, even in the dark. With the unique planet pointer, the positions of the wandering stars can be set, making it easy to find and identify them. This allows everyone to discover the familiar constellations, planets or special objects in the night sky at a glance.
The detailed instructions describe how to use it, even for beginners, and indicate the planetary positions for the next few years.
Important features of the star chart:
- Depiction of the northern and southern starry sky (on the back)
- Easy location of planets, comets and other wandering stars
- Determining the position of the sun in front of the constellations
- Sunrise and sunset times and twilight hours
- Determination of Sternzeit and hour angle
- Coordinate scales for right ascension, declination and altitude
- The most beautiful celestial objects for binoculars and telescopes
- Well-known double stars and variable stars
- Scale of the signs of the zodiac
The robust, waterproof material guarantees years of enjoyable observation, and the slipcase ensures safe storage.
The author Hermann-Michael Hahn is a freelance science journalist specialising in celestial topics and has been chairman of the Cologne Public Observatory for over 20 years.
Graphic designer Gerhard Weiland is a specialist in astronomical infographics and star charts and a member of the Cologne Association of Star Friends.
