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المملكة: In an impressive scene .. "Moon Al -Ghazal" Decorate the northern border sky

Observatory " Qamar Al -Ghazal " Yesterday evening in the sky of the city Arar in the region The northern border , in an astronomical scene that attracts the attention of lovers Astronomy. "Moon Al -Ghazal" It is full full moon for the month of July, and it is specifically completed at 22:36 Kingdom time.
added: It is distinguished "Moon Al -Ghazal" This year by completing it in the most distant point of the sun, in a phenomenon known astronomically as"Solar height"As the Earth is in the maximum annual distance from the sun, which makes the visual scene of the moon more pure and clear.

The cause of the name "Moon Al -Ghazal"

Khalifa stated that "Moon Al -Ghazal" Its name is derived from the popular heritage in North America, as its appearance coincides with the growth season of deer pods, and therefore the agricultural peoples called it this name, which has become common in contemporary astronomical and cultural references. The space is organized collectively using telescopes and astronomical imaging lenses, with the participation of a number of interested and interested. "Moon Al -Ghazal" Among the seasonal astronomical phenomena that receive wide attention in the world, as specialists and photography enthusiasts follow them, and their photos are widely published through social media platforms.

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