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Stars Alnilam & Mintaka in Orion
Mintaka and Alnilam stars. Optical photograph of Mintaka (top right) and Alnilam (lower left), stars in the constellation of Orion

1950s Orion nuclear rocket, artwork
1950s Orion nuclear rocket. Artwork of the nuclear pulse propulsion rocket proposed by NASA in the 1950s as part of Project Orion. The rocket is shown orbiting Saturn (seen in background)

Apollo 16 astronauts. Original film strip showing three photographs taken by US astronauts on NASAs Apollo 16 mission to the Moon. Apollo 16 was the fifth Apollo mission to land on the Moon

Iota Draconis planet

Astronomical collage. Artwork showing (from left to right): the Earth, a planet and its parent star, nebulae (red, green and black), the surface of a star, a ringed gas giant planet, a comet

Nicolas Fabri de Peiresc, astronomer
Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637), French astronomer. Peiresc was born into a wealthy family at Aix-en-Provence. He studied at Toulon and Montpellier, graduating in law in 1605

Great Orion Nebula. Optical image of the emission nebulae M42 (right, large) and M43 (centre left, smaller) in the constellation Orion, together making up what is known as the Great Orion Nebula

Mission to Mars, artwork
Mission to Mars. Computer artwork of a manned Orion crew exploration vehicle (lower left) approaching its mission rocket in orbit around Earth

Orion over Vancouver, Canada. Orion is the constellation at centre, recognisable for the three stars in a line forming the belt of this mythological hunter figure

Orion over the Georgia Strait, Canada
Common spoonbills (Platalea leucorodia) flying over a low-lying polder covered in morning mist at sunrise. This wading bird is found in southern Eurasia, Europe and North Africa

Moon over Vancouver, time-exposure image. The longer exposure means that the unlit portion of the Moon is visible here, and the stars of the constellation of Orion are seen at upper centre

Sun and Betelgeuse, artwork
Sun and Betelgeuse. Artwork comparing the sizes of the Sun (lower left inset, yellow) and the red supergiant star Betelgeuse. The surface of Betelgeuse is shown across bottom

Orion and observatories, Hawaii
Orion and observatories. These observatories are on the summit of Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA. From left to right they are: Subaru Telescope, Keck 1 and Keck 2 telescopes

Stars over Vancouver, Canada. The starfield includes both Sirius, one of the brightest stars in the night sky, and the constellation of Orion

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

Life on the Stars 3
The great nebula of Orion is ten light years wide : life forms could resemble those of Earths early phases, with massive aquatic creatures

Orion in sky at dawn above triple roofed pagoda temple in foreground and Indrapur temple to the right, Durbar Square, Kathmandu, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Nepal, Asia

The constellation of Orion in the sky at dawn above the Hariti Mandir temple, dedicated to the goddess of smallpox, worshipped by Hindus and Buddhists, Swayambhunath, Kathmandu, Nepal, Asia

The constellation of Orion, in sky at bottom right and the five tiered pagoda roof of the Kumbeshwar temple, dating from 1392, one of two five tiered temples in the valley

Orion Vacuum Cleaner
The ORION takes the leaning out of cleaning - has no revolving brush to wear away the surface by friction - and it costs only Nine Guineas !

Hyginus / Orion
ORION, the hunter

Orion (Cig. Card)
The Orion constellation seen above a church with a weathercock and circling bats

Nebula in Orion
The nebula of the constellation, Orion

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"Discover the Mysteries of Orion: A Celestial Journey" Embark on a cosmic adventure as we unravel the enigmatic wonders of Orion, a constellation that has captivated stargazers for centuries. Look up at the night sky and let your imagination soar. Orion's Belt, three bright stars aligned in perfect harmony, guides our gaze towards this celestial marvel. Among its treasures lies the awe-inspiring Orion Nebula (M42), an interstellar cloud where new stars are born amidst vibrant hues of gas and dust. Its ethereal beauty beckons us to explore further into the depths of space. Venturing deeper into Orion's realm, we encounter M43 - a neighboring nebula that adds even more splendor to this stellar masterpiece. The Horsehead Nebula emerges from within, resembling an equine silhouette against a backdrop of cosmic brilliance. In Nepal's majestic Pharilapche Peak, witness Sirius, Orion, and Aldebaran shining brightly in the celestial sky above. Their radiance illuminates both nature's grandeur and humanity's quest for understanding our place in the universe. The Mauna Kea telescopes stand tall atop Hawaii's volcanic landscape, offering glimpses into distant galaxies while being embraced by the Milky Way itself. Here lies another gateway to deciphering Orion’s secrets – a testament to human ingenuity reaching for infinity. Beyond astronomy lies another facet of "Orion. " On wrestling championship posters worldwide, fierce competitors embody strength and determination under this legendary name – symbolizing power and resilience echoing through time. Delve further into history with an ancient star map depicting constellations like Orion meticulously etched onto stone tablets or cave walls – evidence of humanity’s fascination with these celestial patterns since time immemorial. And finally, let us not forget about "Orion Steamship, " once traversing vast oceans carrying dreams across continents - connecting people through exploration and trade during eras long past.