Planetarium Planisphere

A Planisphere is simple star chart - a rotating disk within a cover. With a planisphere one can determine which stars and constellations are visible at any time, on any date.  Planispheres are designed for a specific latitude - a planisphere designed for the UK is useless in South Africa.

A planisphere is a great tool for getting to know the stars from town, finding less-prominent constellations when you are out in the bush, and planning your observing session at the telescope.

• double-sided* planisphere
• water resistant cardboard
• designed for 28° South latitude (mid South Africa)
• clear, uncluttered design
• selection of major constellations, with figures
• major stars, galaxies, nebulae, and clusters
• constellation figures "disappear" under red light and stars "shine" brighter
• size: 20 x 22cm

* a "double-sided" planisphere splits the sky into two: one half on the "looking north" side, one on the "looking south" side.  These planispheres show a less-distorted view of the sky.