On the evening of February 28, a unique astronomical landscape will be observed for the sky-loving - a planetary parade will take place. According to the latest astronomical data, this time six planets in the Solar System - Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, and Neptune - will be visible in the evening sky simultaneously. Such a "planetary parade" is a predictable, rare, but natural phenomenon in astronomy.
Most importantly, this picture can be observed in all regions of Uzbekistan after sunset on February 28. Experts note that the best observation time is 30-60 minutes after sunset. At this time, the sky has not yet fully darkened, but the planets are already visible.
Four of the six planets participating in the parade - Mercury, Venus, Saturn, and Jupiter - can be seen with the naked eye. Uranus and Neptune appear very dim, so you need a binocular or telescope to see them. Astronomers are saying the same thing: it's one thing that all six planets are in the sky at the same time, and it's another thing that it's easy to see them all.
This time, Mercury, Venus, and Saturn are located very close to the western horizon. Therefore, it is very important to choose a place where the western side is open to view them. Tall buildings, trees, or mountain shadows can interfere with observation. Jupiter appears much higher and is relatively easier to find.
As for Mars's absence from the parade this time, it is also related to the astronomical location. When viewed from the ground, it sets before the sun at this time, and therefore, during the evening observation of February 28, it remains outside the "row." Such cases are explained by the orbits of the planets and the angle of view relative to the Earth.
In astronomy, "planet formation" refers to the position where two or more planets are located on one side of the Sun, close to one line when viewed from Earth, or 20-30 degrees closer to each other. "Parade of Planets" is just the unofficial name of this phenomenon, widespread among the people. That is, this is not a mysterious prophecy, but a scientifically calculated celestial phenomenon.
In short, on the evening of February 28, it's worth looking at the sky. One thing should not be forgotten: it is not correct to associate this phenomenon with human destiny, prophecy, or mystical meanings. This is simply a beautiful, accurate, and spectacular astronomical scene of nature.
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