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Planetary parade 2025: A spectacular celestial event will take place as all seven planets of our solar system align in a rare planetary parade on February 28, 2025. This event, which won’t happen again until 2040, will offer skywatchers a stunning view of Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune, all appearing together in the night sky.
What is a Planetary Parade?
A planetary parade, or alignment, happens when several planets line up along the ecliptic plane, the path the Sun takes across the sky. While smaller alignments are fairly common, this event is special because it involves all seven visible planets. Seeing so many bright planets at once is an exciting opportunity for both astronomy enthusiasts and casual observers.
Best Time to Watch the Alignment
The best time to see the alignment is about 45 minutes after sunset. Some planets will be easy to spot with the naked eye, while others will need optical help:
Venus: Visible in the western sky just after sunset.
Mars: High in the southern sky, visible into early March.
Jupiter: A bright object shining in the southwest.
Uranus: Located near the Pleiades star cluster, visible to the naked eye in dark areas.
Saturn: Close to the Sun, so it will appear faint.
Neptune: Requires a telescope to view properly.
Mercury: Appears briefly in the west-southwest before setting.
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