Constellations

The constellations are groups of stars in the sky which have been given forms or imaginary figures for recognition. These can be identified by looking at the brightest stars in the sky.

A lot of constellations were described and identified in antiquity which are named after animals or mythology. For ancient civilizations the stars were instrumental in the development of agriculture and indicating the start and end of the seasons, for which they created advanced planting schedules.

The worst enemy of the constellations is light pollution, which hinders us visibility estas.Los astronomers of antiquity realized that the sun and moon move through 12 constellations, which were called zodiac constellations.

Today 88 constellations are recognized, some of which are visible from both hemispheres and others only northern or southern hemisphere.

Then the most recognizable constellations are mentioned.