International Astronomy Day is often celebrated by astrologers and astrology enthusiasts.It is most often celebrated on march 20 or 21. This Day is seen by astrologers as the beginning (first day) of the astrological year.
International Astrology Day is celebrated/observed depending on the exact day that the Northward equinox actually occurs.
In 2020 it will be celebrated on 2nd of May .
What is Astronomy?
Astronomy is the study of celestial bodies and non-Earthly phenomena. It deals with objects like the planets, stars, and asteroids as well as events such as eclipses and meteor showers .
How to Celebrate Astronomy Day?
Come with your family and friends and learn more about astronomy by grazing at the sky through the lenses of a telescope
History of International Astronomy Day
The day was started in 1973 by Doug Berger, he was the president of the Astronomical Association of Northern California that time. Originally, the day was celebrated by setting up telescopes in urban locations in order to make space more accessible to everyone .There was made activities which children and kids can do with telescope.