Sun

The Sun is the largest body in our Solar System and the most important sky object in all the human cultures. For astronomers, it also provides the most thrilling events, like eclipses, equinoxes, and solstices. Get to know our closest star better! Here, you'll get the detailed information about all the important solar events. Don’t forget that it’s dangerous to look at the Sun directly. If you want to check its location and the sky objects nearby, use a skywatching app like [Star Walk 2] or [Sky Tonight].

Sun in the sky

Journey to the Sun: The Life Cycle, Observation, and Fun Facts

~11 min
Astronomical News

The Sun: just one of billions of stars in space but so crucial for life on Earth. Discover the features of our closest star, from its true color to the famous sunspots, and learn how to safely observe the Sun's stunning beauty!

The Sun's path during solstice better quality

Summer Solstice 2025: The First Day of Summer and the Longest Day

~5 min
Astronomical News

Discover the science behind one of the most important celebrations in the world. Here is everything you need to know about the summer solstice!

Sun on Winter Solstice

Winter Solstice 2025: The Shortest Day of the Year

~8 min
Astronomical News

Winter solstice 2025 is coming on December 21 in the Northern Hemisphere — learn the science and culture behind the shortest day of the year.

5 Upcoming Eclipses Infographics preview

5 Upcoming Eclipses

Infographics

List of 5 upcoming lunar and solar eclipses, their dates, timelines, and visibility maps. Find out whether you can see them from your location!

Solar Eclipses

Solar Eclipses: Why Do They Occur and How To Observe Them?

~7 min
Astronomical News

Total and annular eclipse – what’s the difference?🌞 Can you see the stars during an eclipse?⭐ Are sunglasses good for eclipse viewing?😎 Find the answers to these and other questions about solar eclipses in our article!

Solar Eclipse of March 29, 2025

Solar Eclipse of March 29, 2025: Visible in the U.S. and Europe!

~6 min
Astronomical News

Mark your calendar for a deep partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025! It will be visible in the morning in North America and Europe.

March equinox and September equinox

Equinox 2025: What Is an Equinox?

~7 min
Astronomical News

The equinox is here! Discover what makes this day special, why day and night are nearly equal at the equinox, and when the next one will occur.

Lunar eclipse

Lunar Eclipses: Types, Images & How Often Does a Lunar Eclipse Happen?

~7 min
Astronomical News

What causes lunar eclipses? How often do they happen? When is the next one? Get answers to these and other questions from our article.

Equinox Infographic Preview

Equinox in Pictures: Balance of Day and Night

Infographics

Discover the science behind the equinoxes with this infographic! Learn about the changing of seasons and the balance between day and night.

Eclipses Test

Solar And Lunar Eclipse Quiz: Test Your Knowledge!

~6 min
Astronomical News

You are an eclipse expert: true or false? 🌞🌚 Test your knowledge with these fun eclipse questions — can you answer them all?