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Beijing Ancient Observatory
The Beijing Ancient Observatory in China is an example of a pre-telescopic observatory, with instruments dating back to the 1400s. Astronomers used these tools to measure star and planet positions with increasing accuracy. Such observatories worldwide provided measurements for navigation, agriculture, and religious ceremonies.
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Released on your day
Space pictures released on your month and day in other years, or a few days either side. Each one is sharp enough to print as a poster.
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Released on 6 May 2019 Distant and ancient See it as a poster -
Released on 6 May 2008 Galaxies Collide in NGC 3256 See it as a poster -
Released on 6 May 2020 Wide-field view of the region of the sky where HR 6819 is located See it as a poster -
Released on 6 May 2024 The city lights of Bangkok,Thailand, and its suburbs contrast with the green lights of the fishing boats on the Gulf See it as a poster -
Released on 6 May 2024 City lights illuminate the country of China to the East China Sea in this nighttime photograph from the International See it as a poster
In tropical astrology, 6 MAY 1998 falls under Taurus (♉). The sign's window runs from 04-20 through 05-20. Taurus holds the Pleiades star cluster and Aldebaran, the red giant that marks the eye of the Bull. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 6 MAY 1998.
Questions about May 6, 1998
What space photo was released on May 6, 1998?
NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day for May 6, 1998 was "Beijing Ancient Observatory". It's the card at the top of this page.
What was the Moon's phase on May 6, 1998?
A waxing gibbous moon, about 75% lit.
What day of the week was May 6, 1998?
May 6, 1998 was a Wednesday, day 126 of the 365 days in 1998.
Was there a meteor shower on May 6, 1998?
Yes: the Eta Aquariid shower, peak tonight.
Is it free?
Yes. Seeing, sharing and downloading the card is free, and there's no account to make.