And 'some time now that companies like Google and Microsoft are expanding their range of services for exploration of the Earth (maps, itineraries, etc.) having an eye also to the space sector.
Among the services are Google Google Moon for lunar observation, Google Mars to observe the coveted red planet and Google Sky, which offers a view via the browser or Google Earth, the most beautiful and characteristic expressions that the universe and 'can show.
Recently, Microsoft, meanwhile, announced a new service called WorldWide Telescope exploring.
Good. For those who like a dream under the starry sky, for exploring the dark depths of the universe or people who simply do not know how to pass the time, we recommend downloading Celestia .
Celestia and 'a 3D simulator that lets you explore our universe, wandering in the solar system, jumping from one star to another proposed between 100,000 to over the galaxy.
One of its major features is definitely the zoom feature. Its potential allows the user to see groups of stars from sidereal distances or get to observe a particular celestial body within a few meters.
Moreover, Celestia is expandable. Indeed, while offering a substantial list of stars, planets, galaxies, asteroids, satellites, comets and everything else, from his official website you can download more than 20 different solar systems, 50 spacecraft and 70 space objects.
But if you can not find a particular interest you, know that Celestia has a comprehensive online collection 'of documents for the creation of new celestial objects to be inserted inside. Fico, right?
I recommend you explore, explore, explore ...
