To join star crossed hearts in love

February Astrophysics

During the month of February the human journey to the beginning of space and time takes lovers on a trip to experience the light fantastic in heart-shaped open cluster NGC 1662. Star crossed lovers can join the journey in the mighty Hunter’s shield, which many star travellers view as a golden lion pelt draped over Orion’s outstretched arms.

NGC 1662 lies farther north on the celestial sphere, 1.8 degrees west-northwest of Pi Orion...