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Perseid meteor shower lights up Türkiye's skies

The Perseid meteor shower dazzled observers across Türkiye, with spectacular views in Manisa, Adıyaman, Bolu, Kütahya, and Bursa. From the ancient city of Sardis to the UNESCO-listed Nemrut Mountain Ruins, stargazers were treated to a celestial display.

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Perseid meteor shower lights up Türkiyes skies

The Perseid meteor shower, one of the most spectacular meteor displays, was observed across various provinces in Türkiye.

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Perseid meteor shower lights up Türkiyes skies

Manisa

The Perseid meteor shower, originating from the Swift-Tuttle comet, gets its name from the constellation Perseus, where its radiant is located.

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The ancient city of Sardis in Manisa, Türkiye, known for attracting thousands of tourists each year, provided a stunning backdrop for this celestial event.

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Adıyaman

The Perseid meteor shower was visible at the Nemrut Mountain Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located at 2,150 meters above sea level.

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Perseid meteor shower lights up Türkiyes skies
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Bolu

The Perseid meteor shower was also observed in the Seviller Plateau in Gerede, Bolu.

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Kütahya

In Kütahya, the Perseid meteor shower was visible in the Domaniç district.

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Bursa

Astronomy enthusiasts attending the 26th TÜBİTAK Sky Observation Event held at Uludağ mountain enjoyed a visual feast of the Perseid meteor shower.

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Participants engaged in daytime activities and had the chance to observe stars both with the naked eye and through telescopes in the night.