China: Atlas Comet Illuminates Zijin Mountain In Jiangsu

On 15 October 2024, Comet Atlas shone in the night sky of Zijinshan Mountain in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China. The celestial event unfolded under a darkened sky, as the comet streaked across the heavens like a luminous sprite. Its shimmering light and alternating hues of deep and pale tones created a mesmerizing spectacle. The comet’s mysterious trajectory captivated stargazers and tourists alike. Enthusiasts gathered in awe, their gazes fixed on the enchanting display, which added a touch of wonder to the already breathtaking night view of Zijin Mountain.

Comet C/2023 A3 Spotted Above La Rochelle

Comet C/2023 A3 Spotted Above La Rochelle

Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-Atlas in the sky over La Rochelle, France on October 23, 2024. Photo by Leoty X/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Comet C/2023 A3 Spotted Above La Rochelle

Comet C/2023 A3 Spotted Above La Rochelle

Comet C/2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-Atlas in the sky over La Rochelle, France on October 23, 2024. Photo by Leoty X/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 8

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 6

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 7

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 5

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 4

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 3

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World 2

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Sightings Across The World

Comet C/2023A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), a comet visible only once every 80,000 years has been spotted streaking across skies around the world.

Comet C/2023 A3 From The International Space Station

Comet C/2023 A3 From The International Space Station

Handout Photo - Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) was about 44 million miles away from Earth in this photograph from the International Space Station as it orbited 272 miles above the South Pacific Ocean southeast of New Zealand just before sunrise. NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick captured this timelapse photo of Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) from the International Space Station as it orbited 272 miles above the South Pacific Ocean southeast of New Zealand just before sunrise on Sept. 28, 2024. At the time, the comet was about 44 million miles away from Earth. Photo by NASA via ABACAPRESS.COM

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Caputured Around The World 2

A spectacular display of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS was observed around the world as it reached perihelion, its closest point to the Sun, on September 27. It will be visible again between October 12 and October 30.

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Caputured Around The World

A wonderful display of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS was seen around the world from the evening of October 1 through the early morning before sunrise on October 2. It will again be visible between October 12 and October 30.

Comet observed in Japan

Comet observed in Japan

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is observed in the Miyagi Prefecture city of Natori, northeastern Japan, on Oct. 2, 2024.

Comet observed in Japan

Comet observed in Japan

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is observed in the Miyagi Prefecture city of Natori, northeastern Japan, on Oct. 2, 2024.

Comet observed in Japan

Comet observed in Japan

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is observed in the Okayama Prefecture city of Setouchi, western Japan, on Oct. 1, 2024.

Comet observed in Japan

Comet observed in Japan

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is observed in the Okayama Prefecture city of Setouchi, western Japan, on Oct. 1, 2024.

Comet observed in Japan

Comet observed in Japan

Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is observed in the Okayama Prefecture city of Setouchi, western Japan, on Oct. 1, 2024.