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A cosmic dance of galaxies: Markarian's Chain, URSAMO
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A cosmic dance of galaxies: Markarian's Chain

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A cosmic dance of galaxies: Markarian's Chain

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A cosmic dance of galaxies: Markarian's Chain captured in stunning detail from Al Sadeem Observatory using the revolutionary Vespera Telescope by Vaonis 
Markarian's Chain is a visually striking stretch of galaxies that forms part of the Virgo Cluster When viewed from Earth, these galaxies lie along a smoothly curved line, creating an impressive sight for astronomers and astrophotographers alike. The chain was named after Armenian astrophysicist Benjamin Markarian, who discovered that at least seven of the galaxies in the chain share a common motion through space!

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Surender Ponnalagar (சுரேந்தர் பொன்னழகர்)


Mohamed Usama Ismail / Ursamo Astrophotography


Thabet Al Qaissieh

*Al Sadeem Observatory is a privately-owned observation facility located in Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi that opened to the public in 2016  It is the first observatory in Abu Dhabi and has delighted avid astronomy enthusiasts and stargazers since its official opening in July 2016.

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