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Practical tips

Observation

What can I observe in the night sky? Targets and observing tips for every instrument and for every season of the year.

Photograph by Cristian Fattinnanzi Photograph by Cristian Fattinnanzi

There’s plenty to see in the sky. But where should you start? If you want to enjoy observing, you need to know where to begin. On these pages, you will find our latest quarterly infographic with the highlights of the season, together with observing tips that will give you a step-by-step introduction to the wonders of the universe.

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