Close-up view of the ESO Supernova

This image demonstrates the modern design of the exterior of the ESO Supernova Planetarium & Visitor Centre. The novel design of this new building resembles that of a double-star system with one star transferring mass to its companion. This set-up will ultimately lead to the heavier component exploding as a supernova, briefly becoming as bright as the light of all the stars in the Milky Way combined. We expect the centre — aptly named the ESO Supernova — to similarly shine like a supernova, generating an enthusiasm and passion for astronomy with young and old.

Credit:

ESO/F. Reckmann

About the Image

Id:IMG_3434-CC
Type:Photographic
Release date:19 January 2018, 15:48
Size:2916 x 2186 px

About the Object

Name:ESO Supernova Planetarium & Visitor Centre
Type:Unspecified : Technology : Observatory : Facility
Category:ESO Supernova

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