Sunset view at Paranal with Moon, Venus and an AT

Astronomers enjoying the sunset at Paranal, on ESO’s Very Large Telescope’s platform, just before the beginning of their night-time observations. 

The dome of one of the VLT’s Auxiliary Telescopes is seen in the foreground. The crescent Moon and, to its left, planet Venus, make for a beautiful scenery.

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Identificazione:yb_at_moon_venus_cc
Tipo:Fotografico
Data di rilascio:Giovedì 03 Dicembre 2009 23:20
Grandezza:2816 x 1992 px

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Nome:Very Large Telescope
Tipo:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Telescope
Categoria:Paranal

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