The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) is working to preserve the night sky. Here s a look at its 21 certified dark sky reserves around the world.
Living in towns and cities, few of us get to see the true beauty of
the night sky, unpolluted by artificial light. In 2021 and beyond,
celestial escapes will be in high demand, as people seek time in the wilderness as an antidote to the stresses and strains of modern life. It may be hard to believe but there are places in the world where, after dusk, it is possible to read by starlight and to see your shadow in the light of the moon. Here are six…
1. Stargazing in western New Mexico
The Cosmic Campground is located in the Gila National Forest of western New Mexico. Four years ago, the International Dark Sky Association named it the first