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Stars outnumber Leonid meteors lighting up the night sky of the desert near Amman, in the early hours of August 12, 2002 at the height of a meteor storm that was clearly visible to the naked eye in several parts of the Middle East and Asia. Meteors are the debris left in the wake of a passing comet infiltrating the Earths atmosphere.The Perseid meteor shower is sparked every August when Earth passes through a stream of space grit left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle. ??? taken with 400 ASA film with 10 minutes exposure
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Capturing the celestial spectacle, this breathtaking print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Perseid meteor shower in all its glory. Taken in the early hours of August 12,2002, near Amman, Jordan, it depicts a sky adorned with an abundance of stars that effortlessly outshine the luminous Leonid meteors streaking across the darkness. This particular meteor storm was a rare phenomenon visible to the naked eye across various parts of the Middle East and Asia. The image serves as a reminder of nature's awe-inspiring wonders and our connection to the vast universe surrounding us. Meteors, remnants left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle as it traverses through space, create this annual cosmic display known as the Perseid meteor shower. As Earth passes through its path each August, these tiny fragments ignite upon entering our atmosphere. The photographer skillfully captured this extraordinary moment using 400 ASA film with a remarkable exposure time of 10 minutes. The result is an ethereal composition that transports viewers into a realm where time seems suspended and dreams take flight. This photograph is not intended for commercial use but rather serves as an artistic testament to humanity's fascination with celestial phenomena and our enduring quest to explore beyond our earthly boundaries.
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