We may only be in the first week of 2024, but the UAE is set to witness a spectacular celestial event just four days into the new year.
On January 4, the Quadrantids meteor shower will light up the skies and the Dubai Astronomy Group is offering the perfect recluse for you to take in the stunning sights of the shower and experience this first-hand.
Just mere days after we rang in the new year and had the sky shimmer with countless fireworks gracing the skies, nature showers us with more. This time with a rare astronomical phenomenon of the Quadrantids meteor shower, which “peak for just a short burst of a few hours.” The organisation also offers the opportunity to have a look at other celestial objects through a telescope.
The Dubai Astronomy Group for the past two decades has been a beacon in the region for all things astronomy, and they have made it their sole purpose to share their love for astronomy with the residents of the UAE as well. Just last year they hosted a meteor shower viewing event which had a turnout of over 500 space enthusiasts.
The event will run from midnight to the early hours of the next day as it is the peak hours for the meteor shower. The team will share their knowledge with an informative talk, sky mapping sessions and more in Al Qudra Desert. It is a moment that you cannot miss out on and should absolutely have on your bucket list. Experience the glory of the stars, planets and other wonders with like-minded people at this event. You can register for the event at their official website.
Besides the Dubai Astronomy Group, the UAE in recent times has made exceptional progress in the space sector. With Emirati astronauts like Hazza Al Mansouri and Sultan Al Neyadi making big moves in the burgeoning space sector, the UAE has managed to gained recognition and place themselves centre-stage with their achievements.
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