The constellation of Orion
and the brightest star of the constellation
Canis Major,
Sirius (alpha CMa),
dominate the southern direction of northern hemisphere's winter sky.
Fainter and less distinct are the accompanying constellations
Canis Minor,
Monoceros, and
Lepus
(see lines and labels).
Gemini and
Taurus are north
of this group and just partly visible in the above photography.
The southern horizon is smeared due to guiding the earths rotation during the 30 minute
exposure. The sky just above the horizon is lit by artificial light pollution.
For further informations regarding the observable Deep Sky Objects in this part
of the milky way please visit the following constellation sites:
Orion,
Lepus,
Canis Major,
Canis Minor & Monoceros,
Gemini, and
Taurus.
