On Thursday, the National Research Institute for Astronomy and Geophysics invites all residents in Egypt to visit the center, and enjoy observing the rare conjunction of Jupiter and the moon.
People can use the special devices and telescopes provided by the center to watch the phenomena clearly, in addition, the center can provide the audience with more information about the conjunction.
The rare conjunction started at 5:10 pm in Cairo time, and it will last until 11:30 pm in Cairo time.
Therefore, NRIAG's official Facebook page will host live streaming for the phenomenon.
Sky lovers also have two impressive phenomena this month: Taurids, and Leonids meteor shower, and partial lunar eclipse.
The meteor showers will start on Friday, and it can be observed by the naked eye, and if the surrounded area has cleaner air, the phenomenon would be observed clearer.
Regarding the lunar eclipse, the final lunar eclipse in 2021 will take place on November 19, and it will be a partial one, media agencies reported.
The phenomena will start when the shadow of the Earth covers almost 97% of the moon, preventing it to reflect the rays of the sun.
Therefore, the shining moon will turn very dark, and almost hidden in the sky.
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