Orionids Meteor Shower is all set to take over the skies in the UAE on October 21st and 22nd. This is a celestial event that’s happening in October, and you can watch this rare phenomenon. But before we talk about where to watch the celestial event, it’s important to know about it.
What Is The Orionids Meteor Shower?
Orionids Meteor Shower is an annual event that takes place when cosmic debris passes through the Earth’s atmosphere. So, when this trail of debris passes by, they leave behind blazing meteors that are called shooting stars. The Orionids meteor shower takes place during the months of October and November, and the peak generally happens between October 21st and 22nd.
When Does This Happen?
This event happens every single year, as the planet Earth does its usual orbit, passing through the debris of Halley’s Comet. Did you know this meteor shower is named after the constellation Orion? Yes, and if this sounds good to you, we think you will be interested in a watch party that will be taking place in Al Qudra Desert, in Dubai.
Dubai Astronomy Group Plans An Event To Witness The Meteor Shower
Some of the best places where you can watch this celestial event include the Mleiha National Park (Sharjah), Al Qudra Desert (Dubai), or the Al Quaa Milky Way Spot (Abu Dhabi). These are dark sky spots, which offer an apt environment for people to observe the celestial events in the sky. The night sky can be observed clearly under these conditions.
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In fact, Dubai Astronomy Group will be hosting guided sessions where people can watch the Orionids meteor shower in Al Qudra Desert. People can observe through telescopes, astrophotography and sky mapping.
This event will be taking place on October 21st and will happen from 10 PM to 2 AM. Tickets for this start at AED150.
So, if you happen to be someone who appreciates these phenomena, and this sounds like something you’d want to witness, then make sure to sign up for the event. Book your tickets ASAP!
Where: Al Qudra Desert, Dubai
When: 10 pm to 2 am
Cost: AED150
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