Dive into the mesmerizing world of astronomy with the winning image of ‘The Great Solar Flare’ captured by Turkish astrophotographer Mehmet Ergün. This stunning photograph, taken using an H-alpha solar telescope, showcases a remarkable solar flare on the surface of the Sun. The Royal Museums Greenwich awarded Ergün the People’s Choice Award for his exceptional skills in capturing this astronomical phenomenon. Solar flares, sudden bursts of magnetic energy on the Sun’s surface, are beautifully depicted in this image, measuring around 700,000 km in length. Join us in celebrating Ergün’s success and his captivating portrayal of the cosmos. Explore the wonders of space through the lens of a talented photographer, and prepare to be awe-inspired by the beauty and complexity of our universe.
Breathtaking Solar Flare Image Takes the Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2023 Award by Storm
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