What’s a constellation?

Constellations are regions of the sky divided into 88 groups by astronomers, but to many people, they are star patterns with cultural significance. The stars in constellations are often far apart, and some are too faint or distant to see. Many constellations have multiple names and myths associated with them. To most people, a constellation […]

What’s constellation myth?

Constellation mythology tells stories about the arrangement of stars in the sky, often based on existing myths. These stories involve gods and heroes and can vary across cultures. Some constellations are named after characters in myths, such as Orion and Ursa Major. Stories can also be created to explain the shapes of constellations seen in […]

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