The 2012 Transit of Venus

Friday, May 18, 2012 - 04:50 in Astronomy & Space

It won't happen again until December 2117: On June 5th, 2012, Venus will transit the face of the sun. The best places to watch are in the south Pacific, but travel is not required. The event is widely visible around the world, including at sunset from the USA.

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