Mars from a Singaporean's Perspective

When Mars was closest to Earth not too long ago, many flocked to the Singapore Science Centre to catch a glimpse of the Red Planet using the Centre's facilities such as telescopes. However, the wet weather at that point of time disappointed many who wished to view Mars up close.

However, one can see the Red Planet with the naked eye, such as in this picture during the time when it was closes to Earth. Although it was only a small red dot, it can be easily spotted on a clear night sky.

Mars in comparison with Earth's Moon; Picture taken in Singapore

However, some of us did not manage to see it due to the 'light pollution' of urban Singapore with so many artificial man-made lights around at night.

Also, there has been a load of news in the local press that talks about the latest developments by the Mars Rover mission. One of the more significant article is that a Singapore-based company, Friartuck, is actually involved in the mission! Click here to read more about it.

Colin