Canis Major Collection (#2)

Argentina, Salta, street dog

Argentina, Salta, skeptical dog behind a fence

Argentina, Jujuy, Tilcara, street dogs at the entrance of an adobe house

Argentina, Jujuy, Tilcara, street dog

Argentina, Jujuy, Tilcara, street dog with collar

Argentina, Jujuy, Humahuaca, street dog

Argentina, Buenos Aires, street dog in the slum Dock Sur, located next to the harbor

Argentina, Buenos Aires, Lujan, street dog

Argentina, Buenos Aires, quarter San Telmo, dog on a balcony

Orion, Canis Major & Monoceros constellations

Sirius binary star system, Hubble Space Telescope image. Sirius A (centre, Alpha Canis Majoris), in the constellation Canis Major

The Milky Way from Canis Major to Vela
The Milky Way from the constellations of Canis Major (top centre) through Puppis (centre), Vela (bottom centre) and Carina (bottom right)

Night sky at dawn. Above the buildings are the stars of the constellation Canis Major, and its main star Sirius (centre), the brightest star in the sky

ZODIAC: CANIS MAJORIS 1575. Detail of fresco, 1575, from Villa Farnese, Caprarola, Italy

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"Canis Major: Unveiling the Celestial Wonders of Southwest New Mexico" Embark on a celestial journey through the vast expanse of Canis Major, a constellation that holds within it an array of breathtaking wonders. From the summit of Gila National Wilderness, witness the enchanting dance between IC 2177, also known as the Seagull Nebula, and the shimmering Milky Way. As night falls over southwest New Mexico, a captivating panorama unfolds before your eyes. The zodiacal light casts its ethereal glow upon the landscape while other celestial objects paint a mesmerizing tapestry in the heavens above. A composite image reveals the intricate beauty of the Seagull Nebula against this cosmic backdrop. Gaze up at a sky adorned with countless stars, where constellations like Monoceros and Canis Minor intertwine with Canis Major itself. Delve into history as you explore Sidney Hall's artistic depiction from 1729 showcasing these stellar formations. Marvel at another masterpiece by Hall from c1820, which unveils not only Canis Major but also Lepus in all their celestial glory. The center of our galaxy beckons with its grandeur—a panoramic view that leaves one awe-struck. And amidst this splendor stands Orion, his belt shining brightly alongside Sirius—the dog star—and Procyon in Canis Minor. Witness them rise majestically over Gila National Forest under moonlit skies—an unforgettable sight to behold. Intrigue deepens as we unravel more about Orion and his loyal companion Canis Major—guardians of these heavenly realms. Together they illuminate our nightscape with their brilliance and guide us through mysteries yet to be discovered. So venture forth into Canis Major's realm; let its celestial treasures ignite your imagination and fill you with wonderment for our boundless universe.