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Milky Way over the Columbia Icefields in Jasper National Park, Canada
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Milky Way over the Columbia Icefields in Jasper National Park, Canada
September 14, 2014 - The Milky Way over Athabasca Glacier and the Columbia Icefields in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada, on a very clear night before moonrise. The centre of the Galaxy area in Sagittarius is setting in the southwest behind the icefields. The foreground light on the moraines is wash from lights on the Glacier View Inn and Icefields Centre. Other ground illumination on the peaks is from starlight though the tops of the peaks are just being lit by light from the rising waning moon which is also beginning to light the sky a deep blue. Mount Andromeda is at left. The Summer Triangle stars are at centre
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This breathtaking print captures the ethereal beauty of the Milky Way as it stretches across the night sky above the Columbia Icefields in Jasper National Park, Canada. Taken on a clear September night before moonrise, this stunning image showcases the celestial wonders that can be found within our own galaxy. In this vertical composition, we see the majestic Athabasca Glacier and the rugged peaks of Mount Andromeda illuminated by starlight. The foreground is softly lit by wash lights from Glacier View Inn and Icefields Centre, creating an otherworldly glow on the moraines. The center of our galaxy, located in Sagittarius, sets behind the icefields in a mesmerizing display of cosmic grandeur. As dawn approaches, hints of blue begin to emerge in both sky and landscape as light from a rising waning moon gently touches their surfaces. The Summer Triangle stars shine brightly at center stage, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of this remote location. This photograph perfectly encapsulates why Jasper National Park is designated as a Dark Sky Preserve - free from light pollution and offering unparalleled views into space. Alan Dyer's masterful astrophotography skillfully captures nature's awe-inspiring beauty while reminding us of our place within this vast universe. This print serves as a reminder to cherish and protect these pristine landscapes for future generations to enjoy.
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