Telescopes
Meteor Showers: When to Watch Without a Telescope
You don’t need a telescope to see meteors: dark skies, an open view and the shower’s activity period matter most. Here’s what to look for.
✦ TelescopesLunar Eclipse: Why the Moon Turns Red
Earth’s atmosphere scatters blue light and lets red rays reach the Moon. Find out when to watch an eclipse and how to observe it without a telescope.
✦ TelescopesMoon Phases: A Day-by-Day Observing Calendar
Explore the Moon’s roughly 29.5-day cycle: when to look for craters along the terminator, and when the full Moon and lunar maria are easier to observe.
✦ TelescopesBuying a Telescope for Planets and Stars: How to Choose
Compare aperture and mount when buying a telescope for planets and stars: 70–90 mm suits beginners, while 100–130 mm offers room to grow.
✦ TelescopesWhat Does an Astronomical Observer Do?
An astronomical observer selects objects, determines their positions on the celestial sphere and records angular measurements.
✦ TelescopesImpact of Chemical Processes on Planets and Their Traits
This article explores key factors influencing chemical processes in planetary atmospheres and the role of telescopes in their study for astronomers and enthusia
✦ TelescopesComparing Reflector and Refractor Telescopes for Urban Light
Analyzing the pros and cons of reflector and refractor telescopes under heavy urban light pollution helps make the best choice for city astronomy.
✦ TelescopesTelescopes for City Use: How to Choose in 2026
A detailed guide to selecting a telescope for urban observing in 2026, balancing light pollution challenges and budgets from 8,000 ₽ to 60,000 ₽.
✦ TelescopesTelescopes for Urban Astronomy and Combating Light Pollution
Choose telescopes and accessories optimized for high urban light pollution to achieve clear astronomical images even in brightly lit city environments.
✦ TelescopesTypes of Telescopes for Amateur Astronomy
A review of the main types of telescopes with their pros and cons to help choose the best equipment for observations in 2026.
✦ TelescopesHow to Choose a Telescope for Observing: Tips and Criteria
Choosing a telescope depends on aperture, design type, and budget—150 mm aperture refractors or catadioptrics are ideal for urban observing in 2026.
✦ TelescopesHow Light Pollution Hinders Space Observations
Analyzing the impact of urban and atmospheric light pollution on astronomical observations of distant galaxies and stars, and methods to reduce it.