Sky Seekers: Exploring the Universe From your rooftop to the stars!! Dr. Uma Kamboj

Perhaps you've "wondered what secrets the stars whisper every night?"

"what if the greatest show in the universe is happening above you right now?"

The good news is,

you don't need a spaceship to begin your cosmic journey.

Your adventure to the stars truly "starts here on Earth!"

Have you ever looked up at the night sky and felt a sense of wonder? You’re not alone. Since ancient times, humans have gazed at the stars for guidance, stories, and scientific insights. What’s even more fascinating is that you don’t need a telescope or a science degree to begin your journey into astronomy. All you need is your curiosity—and a clear view of the sky from your own backyard or rooftop.

Moon

Astronomy is not just about stars and planets. It’s a blend of science, history, and mythology.

Ancient civilizations connected the dots in the sky to form stories—many of which we still use today as constellations

MILKY WAY GALAXY AND THE NIGHT SKY

VENUS, JUPITER AND SATURN ARE VISIBLE THROUGH NAKED EYE.

ONE DO NOT NEED A TELESCOPE TO START STAR GAZING

EXPLORE

UPCOMING SKY GAZING EVENTS

  • Perseids – Peak Aug 12–13, up to ~100 meteors/hr. One of the richest showers, ideal for summer viewing.
  • Total Lunar Eclipse – September 7–8. Fully visible in India; totality lasts ~82 minutes
Images which make you motivate you to explore the universe from your roof top

What Can You Spot Tonight? Start simple. Look for:

  • The Moon: Track its phases and surface features.
  • The Big Dipper: A gateway to finding the North Star (Polaris).
  • Venus and Jupiter: Often the brightest “stars” in the evening sky.
  • Meteor Showers: Like the Perseids in August—visible to the naked eye!

Tips for Starting Your Stargazing Journey

  • Download a free stargazing app (e.g., SkyView, Stellarium).
  • Use a simple printable star chart (SKY MAP)
  • Start with evening observation—1 hour after sunset and 1 hour before sunrise
  • Keep a sky journal to note observations, dates, and objects

🔭 Ready to stargaze? Step outside tonight, find a dark spot, and let the sky tell you its story and discuss with me.

As we look up at the night sky, we’re reminded that the universe is vast, mysterious, and endlessly inspiring. This is just the beginning of our celestial journey—one filled with stars, planets, and cosmic wonders. Stay tuned as we continue to explore the universe, one constellation at a time.

CREATED BY
Dr. Uma Kamboj

Credits:

Created with images by astrosystem - "Milky way stars on a dark night sky." • tuiphotoengineer - "Full moon on the dark night" • skarie - "Long time exposure night landscape with the milky way during meteor shower over a mountain with hut." • Iftikhar alam - "solar system Earth moon sun Neptune Jupiter Mars Mercury" • Manuel Mata - "Saturn planet rotating in the outer space" • astrosystem - "Silhouette of a astronomy telescope with twilight sky." • astrosystem - "Starry Milky Way skies with comet and meteor shower, falling and shooting stars." • rrudenkois - "Comet in the night sky" • Kon.Vasilakakos - "Climber stands still on the summit of Mt Olympus gazing the milky way" • sripfoto - "Beautiful milkyway and silhouette of pine tree on a night sky before sunrise." • Liliia - "Black night sky with moon and clouds. Nature background." • Ruslan Ivantsov - "Night sky"