If there’s something which fascinates humankind the most, it’s stars. We spend our childhood in the search of the fact about some light bulbs twinkling up in the clouds. Wandering with the thought to every family member we were introduced to the word through our nursery rhyme –
“Twinkle twinkle little star,
how I wonder what you are”
However, we were introduced to its identity we still pulled up every hand to know the next question as the latter one’s mystery would have resolved. I was writing all this story just to prove my assumption that yes there’s something about them which kept us fascinated from the beginning.
Slowly and slowly when we explored about them through every possible resource. We were still amazed the beauty God bestowed us with. There would be numerous nights when either you would be standing at the edge of the mountain (for travelers) or standing at your balcony in search of a feeling that may help. The fact that there would be any mystery inside which we may not even know about was enough to pique our curiosity. It certainly did mine.
So, this post is not about stars it was how they are fascinating photographers to capture this beauty in their frame and when it comes to framing them, milky way has been the most fascinating one. If you were a photographer you can feel those days when you would have spent sleepless night at any mountain waiting for the perfect frame, but it’s not that easy to find the best.
Googling because of my curiosity, I found something which would be beneficial for photographers. If it comes to photography I am at the score 1 out of 100 but still, I have the curiosity to learn and explore.
Sharing some apps which will help you to find them. Yes, to find stars –
Google Sky Map – Ever wondered at which star you’re looking on? Want his introduction? Just install this app and the app will be synced with google map and let’s have an introduction with your fascinating friends. And when you remember their name, just name them in the app and find them in the sky.
Star Walk 2 – Star Walk provides you all the features as Google Sky Map but it adds SWAG to the gaze. It adds some music and sound effects which will enhance your experience of staring at your new friend.
Pocket Universe – This app is best for beginners as it provides everything at a very basic level and let you experience the solar system too.
Sky View – Want to trace where your friend will be in next few days? This app gives you that. Along with a great 3D experience, the app allows you to keep a check on their future movements. So using this, move ahead of time.
So, these were some apps which can help you gaze at your fascinating friend and be a stargazer.
P.S. – The above picture is clicked by me in Nainital, Uttrakhand, India. But, the milky way observed is the magic of editing. Used it because I loved it.
BY:- RAHUL SINGH RATHOUR
Thinking Out Cloud 