Ever Thought How Earth Looked Like For Astronauts? From Himalayas To Boston, NASA Shares Stunning Space Views
NASA, the United States-based space agency, consistently unveils awe-inspiring images of our planet from the outer realms of space.?
The recently shared series on their Instagram account takes viewers on a visual journey, showcasing a myriad of Earth's locales from a vantage point akin to that of an astronaut.?
Earth: It's got range?
"Approximately every 90 minutes, the International Space Station (@ISS) orbits Earth at a speed of 17,500 miles (36,000 kilometers) per hour," NASA posted on Instagram.?
And then NASA shows "how the world changes from the view of an astronaut."?
The curated collection doesn't just offer picturesque landscapes; it provides a dynamic perspective, showcasing how the world transforms from the viewpoint of an astronaut.?
The Earth's expansive range is evident as NASA features locations like Riyadh, the desert capital of Saudi Arabia, and the snow-covered Coast Mountains, resembling meringue, above the South coast of British Columbia.
Himalayas
The initial picture displays the magnificent beauty of the Himalayas. Stretching from the lower left to the upper right of the frame, the snow-covered mountain range dominates the scene. The planet's curved edge gracefully arcs on the right side of the frame.?
Bahamas
In the second picture, the teal waters of the Bahamas are featured, complemented by a sky adorned with scattered clouds.?
Boston
The following picture transports you to Boston, where the lights sprawl like dendrites along the Massachusetts coastline.?
Riyadh
Riyadh, the capital and largest city in the desert nation of Saudi Arabia, is pictured next from the ISS as it orbited above the Arabian Peninsula.?
Coast Mountains
Finally, the Coast Mountains are blanketed in snow, resembling meringue, accentuating the diverse peaks of the challenging landscape as the International Space Station completes its orbit high above the South coast of British Columbia.
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In these glimpses from space, NASA not only captures the beauty of Earth but also invites us to marvel at the planet's ever-changing vistas through the lens of those orbiting miles above.??
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