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The planet Venus transits in front of the sun in Manila June 6, 2012. Venus last made a visible pass in front of the sun in 2004 but will not make another visible transit until 2117. REUTERS/Cheryl Ravelo (PHILIPPINES - Tags: SOCIETY)
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This print captures a rare celestial event as the planet Venus gracefully glides across the face of the sun in Manila on June 6,2012. The transit of Venus is an astronomical phenomenon that occurs when our neighboring planet aligns perfectly between Earth and the sun, creating a mesmerizing silhouette against the fiery solar disc. The last time such a spectacle occurred was back in 2004, making this particular transit even more significant. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of how fortunate we are to witness such cosmic wonders during our lifetime. However, it also serves as a reminder of just how fleeting these moments can be. Venus will not grace us with another visible pass until the year 2117, emphasizing its rarity and importance for astronomers and stargazers alike. This photograph encapsulates both scientific significance and artistic beauty, showcasing nature's grandeur at its finest. Taken by Cheryl Ravelo from Reuters Images, this picture transports us to that precise moment when two celestial bodies aligned perfectly before our eyes. It reminds us of humanity's eternal fascination with space exploration and our place within the vast universe. As we admire this extraordinary snapshot, let it serve as a testament to mankind's insatiable curiosity about what lies beyond our own planet—a constant quest for knowledge that drives us forward into uncharted territories.
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