The conjunction of the moon and Venus is a relatively uncommon occurrence that happens when the two celestial bodies appear close to each other in the night sky. The event is particularly rare when the two are at their brightest, as was the case on Friday.
Astrophysicists and amateur skywatchers alike were excited to witness this unusual alignment. Many took to social media to share their photos and videos of the event, capturing the beauty of the moon and Venus side by side.
In Hyderabad, the conjunction was visible for a short period. Sky gazers who were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the event were treated to a breathtaking sight as the two celestial objects shone brightly against the darkening sky.
Step outside and look at the crescent #moon once. It’s beautiful and calming. And she is also wearing the gleaming pendant.
A spectacular telescopic view of venus-moon occultation was today organised by the Department of Physics. As #venus is the brightest celestial object in the sky after sun and moon, this lunar-venus conjunction can be observed easily.#nitrourkela#astronomy@EduMinOfIndiapic.twitter.com/ksqWLbOAFm