PULL · 20 JUN 2016

This was
your sky.

Sunrise Solstice over Stonehenge

NASA APOD · Max Alexander, STFC, SPL

COSMIC MESSAGE

Today marks the summer solstice in the Northern Hemisphere, when the Sun reaches its northernmost point in Earth's sky. This image, taken during the 2008 summer solstice, captures the sunrise over Stonehenge. The ancient stones, placed about 4,500 years ago, align with the sunrise on this significant astronomical date.

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Sunrise Solstice over Stonehenge

NASA APOD · Max Alexander, STFC, SPL

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GEMINI

In tropical astrology, 20 JUN 2016 falls under Gemini (♊). The sign's window runs from 05-21 through 06-20. Gemini is named for the twin stars Castor and Pollux, both bright enough to spot without a telescope. The Sun was crossing this region of the sky on 20 JUN 2016.

THE ALMANAC FOR 20 JUN 2016

DAY

Monday

MOON

Full moon, 100% lit

POSITION

Day 172 of 366

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This was your sky.

Sunrise Solstice over Stonehenge

This was
your sky.